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Joel Manuel

London,England

Summary

Ambitious and proactive individual with 3+ years of employment experience and a strong academic background. Currently on a gap year after exceeding my potential in sixth form, traveling the world to gain diverse learning experiences and expand my global perspective. Additionally, experienced in running my own service-based business, where I demonstrate leadership, Initiative and problem-solving skills to drive success. I am consistently motivated to seek new challenges and opportunities in hopes for growth. Throughout my journey, balancing these commitments has shown that I have the ability to be highly organise , disciplined, and capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining a strong focus and progression of one of my core values, Growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
4003
4003
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Retail Assistant

Holland & Barrett
London, United Kingdom
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Responsible for overseeing daily store operations, including stockroom organisation, visual replenishment, and ensuring product availability during peak trading periods.
  • Collaborated with team to streamline back-of-house systems, leading to a 15% reduction in restock turnaround time and improved product accessibility for front-of-house.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and compliance in both customer-facing and stockroom areas, in line with brand guidelines.
  • Entrusted with keyholder duties and trained in banking, inventory checking, and supporting stock audits.

Customer Assistant

ODEON Cinemas
London, United Kingdom
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Maintained stock levels for concession stands, ensuring seamless service during high-footfall weekends.
  • Conducted daily kiosk stock counts, supporting team with reordering and displays.

Host

Nando's
London, United Kingdom
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Worked cross-functionally across kitchen and front of house, maintaining efficient stock rotation and restocking processes during service hours.
  • Supported store organisation and back-end storage upkeep , ensuring consistent stock availability and minimising waste

Supervisor

Holland & Barrett
London, United Kingdom
08.2024 - I currently work here
  • Inspired and guided a high-performing team to consistently surpass key KPIs, including achieving daily sales targets exceeding £5,000.
  • Consistently analysed KPI data to Identify underperforming areas, implemented targeted strategies, and delivered actionable feedback, driving measurable performance improvements.
  • Supported smooth operations by managing stock effectively, maintaining highly organised displays, and ensuring all company standards were met.

Education

GCSEs - All 9 GCSE'S at grades 4 - 7

Regents High School
- 04.2001

A-Levels - BTEC Diploma Sport - Distinction Merit

Regents High School
- 04.2001

A-Levels - OCR Extended Certificate Business - Pass

Regent High School

Skills

Adaptability – Ability to thrive in diverse environments, from traveling globally to navigating different work settings

Leadership & Teamwork – Proven experience leading teams in retail and managing your own business, along with teamwork developed through sports

Critical Thinking – Ability to assess situations and make informed decisions, especially in high-pressure scenarios

Customer Service Excellence – Strong ability to provide excellent service and build customer relationships, honed through retail and business experience

Discipline – Developed through consistent training in sports and balancing commitments

Work Ethic & Commitment – Demonstrated by my ability to consistently juggle multiple roles and responsibilities


Timeline

Supervisor

Holland & Barrett
08.2024 - I currently work here

Retail Assistant

Holland & Barrett
01.2024 - 08.2024

Customer Assistant

ODEON Cinemas
08.2022 - 01.2023

Host

Nando's
01.2022 - 07.2022

GCSEs - All 9 GCSE'S at grades 4 - 7

Regents High School
- 04.2001

A-Levels - BTEC Diploma Sport - Distinction Merit

Regents High School
- 04.2001

A-Levels - OCR Extended Certificate Business - Pass

Regent High School
Joel Manuel