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Judy Mairs

Judy Mairs

Glossop,Derbyshire

Summary

Hard‑working and loyal team player who thrives in a customer‑focused environment.
Devoted to delivering top-quality hospitality and customer service. I bring a strong work ethic and genuine dedication to every shift, ensuring every customer feels welcomed and valued.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work history

Hotel Manager/Partner

Woodlands Guest House & Tearoom
Glossop, Derbyshire
11.2006 - 11.2022
  • Ensured pristine room conditions to enhance guest comfort.
  • Led team to deliver exceptional customer service for enhanced reputation.
  • Negotiated favourable contracts with vendors, reduced operational costs.
  • Prioritised guests' needs, elevated overall satisfaction levels.
  • Led by example, embodying positive work ethic and motivating staff for peak performance.
  • Recruited high-performing hospitality staff, onboarding with appropriate training.
  • Responded promptly to customer complaints ensuring swift resolution and customer retention.

Airline cabin manager

Caledonian/Thomas Cook
London Gatwick & Manchester
01.1996 - 10.2006
  • Handled emergency situations calmly, protecting passengers from harm.
  • Maintained professional image to represent airline brand positively.
  • Managed cabin crew for optimal efficiency and service delivery.
  • Liaised effectively with the cockpit crew for smooth flight operations.
  • Managed food and beverage service whilst maintaining high hygiene standards.
  • Assisted special needs passengers during flight, showing sensitivity and empathy.
  • Mentored junior crew members-aiding their professional development.
  • Promoted duty-free goods and collected payments from patrons.

Airline purser

Air Ops
Manchester, Lancs
03.1995 - 03.1996

Worked on a private jet as a cabin crew member.

Secretary

BJM Insulation
Stalybridge, Cheshire
03.1990 - 03.1995

Airline cabin crew

Britannia/Tui
Luton & Manchester
03.1980 - 03.1990
  • Contributed to high customer satisfaction levels via exceptional interpersonal skills and attention to detail during in-flight services delivery.
  • Maintained composure under pressure while handling multiple responsibilities on long-haul flights resulting in high-quality service delivery.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by handling diverse tasks such as selling duty-free products, cabin cleaning, and meal serving successfully.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere through friendly interactions with passengers.
  • Collaborated effectively with other crew members to provide seamless service, improving overall flight experience.
  • Provided excellent service to passengers whilst ensuring their comfort and safety.
  • Enhanced passenger comfort by maintaining a clean and orderly cabin environment.

Secretary/PA

Great Universal Stores Ltd
Manchester
10.1973 - 03.1980

Secretary PA to the Company Secretary in a huge mail order company who were front runners to today’s online shopping. Typing and shorthand in those days. Dealing with day to day tasks associated with working in a busy dynamic business with a then £200m turnover.

I loved it.

  • Provided administrative support for projects; project completion rates improved significantly as a result.

Education

Foreign Correspondents 2 year course - Languages & Secretarial studied

Salford College which is now Salford University
Salford, Manchester

Skills

  • Menu creation and pricing
  • Efficient time management
  • Proactive leadership
  • Customer satisfaction enhancement
  • Marketing campaign execution
  • Food and beverage operations
  • Corporate hospitality
  • Staff recruitment
  • Guest relations
  • Catering management
  • Customer retention
  • Food and beverage knowledge
  • Customer relations
  • Front desk operations
  • Hospitality
  • Customer Service
  • Attention to Detail
  • Resourcefulness

Custom

Judy, Mairs, 07469928771, judy.mairs@gmail.com, British, 5th April 1955, Woodseats Lane, Derbyshire, Glossop, SK13 5DP

Personal Information

Additional Information

In my most recent role at Woodlands, I’m proud to have contributed to us being awarded Derbyshire Life Tearoom of the Year three times, and reaching the finals on several other occasions. After a lifelong career in hospitality, I still have so much to offer—and bring a wealth of skills and experience to share.

Affiliations

  • I lead an energetic lifestyle—attending ballet and yoga classes regularly, and as a member of the Ramblers, I’ve successfully completed numerous long-distance walks.

Timeline

Hotel Manager/Partner

Woodlands Guest House & Tearoom
11.2006 - 11.2022

Airline cabin manager

Caledonian/Thomas Cook
01.1996 - 10.2006

Airline purser

Air Ops
03.1995 - 03.1996

Secretary

BJM Insulation
03.1990 - 03.1995

Airline cabin crew

Britannia/Tui
03.1980 - 03.1990

Secretary/PA

Great Universal Stores Ltd
10.1973 - 03.1980

Foreign Correspondents 2 year course - Languages & Secretarial studied

Salford College which is now Salford University
Judy Mairs