- my hobbies are dancing which previously been mentioned in my experiences
- cooking and catering
- looking after children
kadie-leigh mace
basildon ,essex
Summary
Entry-level candidate with experience in customer service, child supervision and community events. Handles guest support, cash handling and safeguarding routines while bringing strong communication, teamwork and organisation. Ready to add value in first roles across hospitality, childcare or event support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
dancer/helper
santoy dance academy
basildon, essex
10.2012 - Current
- Guided students aged 5-7 in mastering dance techniques to improve proficiency.
- Performed complex dance routines to music without error.
- Rehearsed daily to prepare for and learn choreography for dance roles.
- Learned and practised dance steps to perfect routines for performances.
Nursery Assistant/ work experience
ABC treehouse
basildon, essex
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Ensured children's safety and security through vigilant supervision and proactive engagement.
- Followed strict safeguarding policies and procedures, maintaining the health and safety of children and staff.
- Supported children's hygiene needs with personalised support and diligent potty training.
- Maintained high health and hygiene standards by regularly cleaning and sanitising play areas and equipment.
- Established and checked equipment setup for children's use, prioritising safety during playtime. for children and monitored use to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Supervised and cared for children, displaying storytelling and rapport-building skills to maintain interest and engagement.
- Facilitated positive social interactions among children by encouraging sharing and cooperation during playtime.
- Led children to clear up after activities to maintain a clean, safe and orderly environment.
- Organised classroom layout and resources to create a conducive learning environment for children., ensuring a tidy and conducive learning environment for all children.
- Supported children's learning and development through engaging activities and play, fostering an environment of creativity and growth.
- Focused on developing children's skills through age-appropriate activities and games. to suit children's ages and abilities.
- Used positive reinforcement and behaviour modelling to discipline children.
- Maintained accurate records of development and learning journeys, sharing with parents and carers to support wellbeing.
Front of House Assistant
mothers kitchen
basildon, essex
03.2025 - 05.2026
- Greeted guests upon arrival, providing a warm welcome and guiding them to their tables.
- Engaged proactively with guests to confirm satisfaction with service, food and drinks.
- Monitored guest satisfaction during meals to identify needs, take drink and food orders, and address complaints or adjustments.
- Facilitated smooth communication between guests and kitchen staff regarding dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Leveraged in-depth knowledge of menu, daily specials, and promotions to provide tailored recommendations to guests.
- Reviewed and learnt menu changes to provide up-to-date information to guests and recommend dishes based on requirements.
- Coached new hostesses on restaurant procedures, focusing on delivering exceptional customer service and operational efficiency.
- Worked collaboratively with fellow staff, head chef and bar manager to facilitate seamless daily operations.
- Processed payments accurately, including cash, credit cards, and gift vouchers, following restaurant policies.
- Monitored stock levels of front of house supplies, placing orders when necessary to avoid shortages.
- Inspected restrooms periodically to enforce maintenance of cleanliness standards.
- Followed health and sanitation practices to maintain safety standards.
- Helped bartenders prepare drink orders and bar snacks during busy restaurant periods.
- Informed supervisor of significant matters and implemented corrective actions when necessary.
- Assisted in setting up for events and functions, paying attention to detail for successful execution.
carnival princess
basildon and pitsea carnival
basildon, essex
03.2022 - 03.2025
- represented Basildon and Pitsea carnival as deputy princess from 2022 to 2023, attending various charity events to support local causes. I took part in many carnivals and parades around Essex. Engaged with residents at various residential homes across the community., engaging with residents and contributing to community well-being.assisted organisation team in planning and setting up diverse events, enhancing community engagement during my year out.In the following year i became a carnival princess which gave me more experience to work with the community to make a positive change.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Managed complaints with calm, clear communication and problem-solving.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
Education
working towards gcse - school
the harris acadmey wickford
Wickford, ESS 2022 - Current
Skills
- Child safety protocols
- Children's development
- Customer service
- Community engagement
- Point of sale management
- Team coordination
- Teamwork
- Stakeholder engagement
- Adaptability
- Effective communication
- Nonverbal communication
- Injury prevention
- Spatial awareness
- Professionalism
- Organised
- Ambitious
- Creative
Interests
Timeline
Nursery Assistant/ work experience
ABC treehouse
06.2026 - 07.2026
Front of House Assistant
mothers kitchen
03.2025 - 05.2026
carnival princess
basildon and pitsea carnival
03.2022 - 03.2025
dancer/helper
santoy dance academy
10.2012 - Current
working towards gcse - school
the harris acadmey wickford
2022 - Current