Katie Courtnage
Tadley,Hampshire
Summary
Hardworking bar team member, working well alone or with team to handle high volume of customers. Works well in high tempo environments to manage demand and maintain standards.
Volunteer Shop Assistant for Barnardo's Charity, organising quality clothing to sell, handling till transactions and assisting the manager to make sure stock is well maintained and shop floor presentable.
Earned Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award by working effectively with unfamiliar peers, focusing on map navigation and teamwork. Successfully handled physical demands of outdoor activities, including backpacking and campsite management. Gained hands-on experience in cooking and food preparation in wilderness settings, highlighting problem-solving abilities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Retail Volunteer
Barnardos
Brighton Hill, Basingstoke
07.2025 - Current
- Maintained high sorting standards for clothing, toys, and bric-a-brac throughout store.
- Arranged product displays to enhance visibility and drive sales.
- Operated till to provide efficient customer service.
- Supported team members during peak periods to boost productivity.
Bartender
Barlow's Park, Tadley Calleva Football Club
Tadley, Hampshire
11.2024 - Current
- Managed stock levels efficiently, preventing shortage during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
- Developed rapport with regular patrons fostering a loyal customer base.
- Checked identification of customers to ensure legal drinking age compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless service during busy periods.
- Readied glasses, garnishes, ice and other bar equipment prior to opening hours ensuring readiness for service".
- Created an inviting atmosphere through friendly interaction with customers.
- Collected, washed and put away glassware between guests.
- Input orders into register, calculated bills and collected payments.
- Set up bar area daily with clean furniture, supplies and beverage stock for typical bar demands.
Education
GCSEs -
The Hurst School
Hampshire 09.2020 - 06.2025
Skills
- Vegetable cutting speed
- Collaborative communication
- Attention to detail
- Waste reduction tactics
- Food preparation techniques
- Hygiene prioritisation
- Knife handling techniques
- Proactive learning enthusiast
- Food hygiene practices
- Portion control
- Food storage procedures
- Cleaning protocols
Accomplishments
Member of a Contemporary & Street Dance group, performing shows and lucky enough to perform on stage at The Anvil in Basingstoke - 2017-2022
Completed 5K Race for Life events, raising money for Cancer Research 5 consecutive years 2019-2023
Became a school Mental Health Ambassador supporting younger years to talk about their mental health openly Year 9-11 (2022-2025)
Gold Award in Girl Guiding March 2013-2022
Bronze Duke Of Edinburgh Award 2023
£125 raised for the Hounds for Heroes Charity 2023
2nd place in a school Hospitality and Catering cake decorating challenge 2024
Won the 'most improved player' football award at the end of the 24-25 season
Timeline
Retail Volunteer
Barnardos
07.2025 - Current
Bartender
Barlow's Park, Tadley Calleva Football Club
11.2024 - Current
GCSEs -
The Hurst School
09.2020 - 06.2025
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