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Katie Powell

Katie Powell

Hereford,Herefordshire

Summary

I am adaptable and enterprising with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level monitoing technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work history

Bar and Kitchen Manager

Gill Constance
Much Dewchurch, Herefordshire
01.2018 - Current
  • Executed prompt, precise drinks service at high-capacity events, minimising customer waiting times.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained staff on best bar practices, maintaining highly efficient service teams.
  • Identified and addressed underperformance and non-compliance.
  • Oversaw line cleaning and cellar management.
  • Led team to deliver outstanding hospitality operations.
  • Planned staffing levels based on evolving service demands.
  • Guaranteed proper cash management, sales measurement and cash-up processes for operational standards.
  • Resolved complaints calmly and professionally to achieve positive customer outcomes.
  • Recruited and trained high-performing team members to deliver faultless customer care.
  • Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.

Chef Assistant

Kilpeck Inn
Kilpeck , Herefordshire
02.2021 - 09.2022
  • Ordered and received deliveries of ingredients, storing appropriately to avoid product spoilage.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current food trends to assist with planning innovative menus to drive business.
  • Cleaned and organised kitchen workstations to maintain smooth operations and minimise delays.
  • Implemented effective rosters, successfully anticipating peak business times to determine appropriate staffing levels.
  • Plated dishes according to menu and dietary requirements.
  • Developed seasonal menus in collaboration with chef that consistently exceeded customer expectations.
  • Thoroughly cleaned and sanitised knives and cutting boards, storing correctly to maximise kitchen efficiency.

Education

GCSEs - English , science , maths

Kingstone High School
Hereford
09/1991 - 06/1996

NVQ Level 1 - Hairdressing

Keith And Peter academy
Hereford, Herefordshire
06/1996 - 06/1998

NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

Keith and Peter academy
Hereford, Herefordshire

NVQ Level 3 and key sills - Hairdressing

keith and peter
Hereford, Herefordshire

Skills

  • Problem solving
  • Workflow planning
  • Cleaning and sanitation procedures
  • Outgoing personality
  • Strong communication
  • Inventory control
  • Safe serving knowledge
  • Employee training
  • Process improvements
  • Project scheduling
  • Decision making
  • Sanitation
  • Quality Assurance

Languages

English
Native

Timeline

Chef Assistant

Kilpeck Inn
02.2021 - 09.2022

Bar and Kitchen Manager

Gill Constance
01.2018 - Current

GCSEs - English , science , maths

Kingstone High School
09/1991 - 06/1996

NVQ Level 1 - Hairdressing

Keith And Peter academy
06/1996 - 06/1998

NVQ Level 2 - Hairdressing

Keith and Peter academy

NVQ Level 3 and key sills - Hairdressing

keith and peter
Katie Powell