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katie-leigh moss-hammond

wakefield/manchester,England

Summary

Friendly and motivated university student with over 3 years’ experience in high-pressure, customer-focused environments, including bar service, food preparation service, and VIP suite hospitality at large arenas. Skilled in customer service, communication, teamwork, and multitasking, with the ability to stay professional under pressure and handle challenging situations. Currently studying a Business Management degree, bringing strong organisational, problem-solving, and time management skills. Looking for a role in retail, hospitality, or customer service where I can deliver excellent experiences and continue developing my skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Staff Member

AO arena
manchester, greater manchester
11.2024 - Current

I have worked at AO Arena in Manchester since November 2024 on a 0-hour, part-time contract while at university, splitting my time between bar staff and Suite Attendant roles. As bar staff, I serve drinks efficiently to large crowds, stock, and deliver excellent customer service, handling challenging situations professionally. In my suite role, I provide premium food and drink service to VIP guests, ensuring suite areas are clean, organized, and welcoming. This combination of roles has strengthened my skills in communication, time management, teamwork, and problem-solving, thriving in fast-paced, high-pressure, customer-focused environments.

Food and Beverage Assistant

first direct arena
leeds, west yorkshire
11.2022 - Current
  • I have worked at First Direct Arena in Leeds for over three years on a 0 hour contract, in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment serving thousands of customers per night. My role involves delivering exceptional customer service, handling difficult situations with professionalism, and achieving sales targets. I manage multiple tasks on a single shift, including food, bar service, and maintaining efficiency and attention to detail. This experience has helped me develop excellent skills in communication, time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, thriving in busy, customer-focused settings. Additionally, I am trained in Challenge 25 procedures to ensure responsible alcohol service and compliance.
  • I also have the opportunity to work at the York Races every year, further expanding my experience in large-scale event hospitality.

Event Staff Worker

royal armories museum
leeds, west yorkshire
05.2025 - 05.2025
  • I worked at the Royal Armouries Museum supporting UKREiiF, completing three consecutive shifts in a row of 13-hour days. Helped with event operations and guest experience in a fast-paced environment, maintaining professionalism and high service standards throughout long shifts.

Education

bachelors degree -

The university of law
Manchester
2024 - 2028

A-Levels -

wakefield college
2022 - 2024

GCSEs -

rodillian academy high school
wakefield
2017 - 2022

Skills

  • Excellent customer service
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Time management and multitasking
  • Working under pressure in fast-paced environments
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Timeline

Event Staff Worker

royal armories museum
05.2025 - 05.2025

Bar Staff Member

AO arena
11.2024 - Current

Food and Beverage Assistant

first direct arena
11.2022 - Current

bachelors degree -

The university of law
2024 - 2028

A-Levels -

wakefield college
2022 - 2024

GCSEs -

rodillian academy high school
2017 - 2022
katie-leigh moss-hammond