Josh Sparrow
Ipswich ,Suffolk
Summary
Motivated, reliable, and hardworking individual with experience in both customer-facing and physically demanding roles. Possesses strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills, with the ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced environments. Demonstrates excellent time management, adaptability, and a proactive approach to learning new skills. Committed to maintaining high standards of work, following health and safety procedures, and delivering excellent service. Eager to develop professionally and contribute positively to any team while building a successful long-term career.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work history
Bartender
Three wise monkey
Ipswich, Suffolk
2026.02 - Current
- Suggested drinks to customers, driving sales growth.
- Built rapport with regular patrons, cultivating a loyal customer base.
- Created an inviting atmosphere through friendly interaction with customers.
- Maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Readied glasses, garnishes, ice and other bar equipment prior to opening hours ensuring readiness for service.
- Demonstrated knowledge of drink recipes for improved customer experience.
- Checked customer identification to verify legal drinking age of customers to ensure legal drinking age compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods.
- Communicated clearly with kitchen staff for seamless coordination of food orders.
- Trained new staff on bar procedures and customer service standards, ensuring high service quality.
- Assisted in menu planning offering innovative ideas based on popular preferences.
- Implemented new cocktail recipes by researching current trends in the industry.
- Ensured compliance with all health and safety regulations by regular inspections and maintenance checks.
- Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
- Completed end-of-day cleanup to reset bar for next day.
Refuse collector
Ipswich Borough Council
Ipswich, Suffolk
2023.08 - 2026.05
- Adhered to specified routes for efficient waste collection.
- Loaded refuse bins onto lorry, utilising mechanical lifting equipment.
- Handled hazardous waste properly following strict guidelines preventing contamination.
- Ensured cleanliness of local streets by collecting and disposing of rubbish.
- Assisted in the separation and sorting of recyclable materials for environmental sustainability.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to ensure smooth operation on assigned routes.
- Worked as a team to provide an efficient, professional roadside refuse collection service.
- Collaborated with team to complete daily tasks effectively. under varying weather conditions showing resilience and dedication.
- Followed strict hygiene practices whilst handling waste materials, reducing health risks.
- Followed all designated procedures during the disposal process at landfill sites.
- Reported any incidents or issues encountered during daily operations to supervisor promptly.
- Implemented safe working methods to protect against injuries. safe working methods to minimise risk of injury.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with team members to maximise collection efficiency.
- Ensured bins and boxes were returned to original positions to maintain excellent customer service outputs.
Store assistant
Sainsbury's
Ipswich, Suffolk
2021.04 - 2023.08
- Enhanced customer service by responding promptly to queries.
- Directed customers towards desired merchandise successfully reducing search time.
- Increased sales through suggestive selling techniques.
- Improved product availability by effectively restocking shelves.
- Received deliveries timely, ensuring rapid shelf restocking.
- Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.
- Organised stock and checkout area proactively between serving customers to maintain orderly shop floor.
- Maintained store cleanliness for an appealing shopping environment.
- Maintained impeccably high standards store presentation and hygiene through cleaning.
- Documented stock count and operations to track usage and procurement.
Production worker
Think BDW
Colchester, Essex
2019.02 - 2019.08
- Operated machinery following strict guidelines to ensure safety and quality control measures were met.
- Achieved consistent output with careful monitoring of production process.
- Maintained safe work environment by following safety procedures.
- Kept workspace clean and organised, ensuring a productive work environment.
Education
GCSEs -
Westbourne
Ipswich 09/2013 - 06/2018
Skills
- Night shift availability
- Speed pouring technique
- Reservation system use
- Sales persuasion
- Strong memory retention
- Hygiene standards adherence
- People Management
- Social perceptiveness
- Customer engagement
- Food safety understanding
- Time efficiency
- Memory retention
- Initiative taking
- Attention to presentation
- Patience with customers
- Communication proficiency
- Multitasking efficiency
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Customer Service
- Customer relations
- Effective communication
- Punctual
- Calm under pressure
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Resourcefulness
- Public Relations
Reference
Refences upon request
Timeline
Bartender
Three wise monkey
2026.02 - Current
Refuse collector
Ipswich Borough Council
2023.08 - 2026.05
Store assistant
Sainsbury's
2021.04 - 2023.08
Production worker
Think BDW
2019.02 - 2019.08
GCSEs -
Westbourne
09/2013 - 06/2018