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KAYTONE MCDUFFUS-MENDEZ

Leicester

Summary

A hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level salas assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Recording Engineer

Freelance
09.2022 - Current
  • Improved audio clarity in challenging recording environments by selecting appropriate microphones and positioning them optimally.
  • Balanced artistic goals with technical constraints while creating high-quality recordings that met both creative and budgetary requirements.
  • Maintained strong relationships with clients through clear communication, attentive listening, and genuine enthusiasm for their projects.
  • Mixed and edited audio for live and recording events.
  • Coached musicians on creating clean, balanced audio to work with.

Audio Engineer

Freelance
09.2022 - Current


  • Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
  • Contributed to business growth by actively networking within the industry to attract new clients and maintain existing relationships.
  • Consistently met project deadlines through diligent time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Successfully managed budgets for numerous audio projects without sacrificing quality or exceeding costs constraints.
  • Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
  • Regulated sound qualities and volume levels during recording sessions to produce desired outcomes.

kitchen porter

TCS recruitment
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Used commercial dishwasher to wash dishes, pots and utensils
  • Washed and cleaned kitchen floors, following end-of-day cleaning procedures
  • Kept food preparation areas clean and hygienic
  • Labelled, organised and correctly stored food supplies for ease of access
  • Followed recipes to weigh, measure and mix ingredients
  • Unpacked and checked new stock for quality and matched quantities to paperwork
  • Controlled cooking temperature to achieve the desired taste
  • Observed good food safety and hygiene practices in food preparation and handling

Stagehand

Music Mann
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
  • Ensured timely completion of all tasks for seamless transitions between scenes during live performances.
  • Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
  • Stayed alert, active, and ready to respond to any request at any time using variety of available resources.

Bar staff

Arc Hospitality
03.2023 - 08.2023
  • Demonstrated full knowledge of all menu items, contents and preparation methods to provide suggestions based on customer preference
  • Greeted and seated guests to establish prompt, high-quality service
  • Facilitated smooth operations by keeping the bar area well-stocked throughout each shift
  • Influenced customer decision-making by applying upselling and cross-selling techniques to augment customers' orders
  • Demonstrated friendly and approachable bar service, proactively anticipating customers' needs to provide personalized experience

Kitchen Assistant

Mexican Grill T/a Tortilla
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Used commercial dishwasher to wash dishes, pots and utensils
  • Washed and cleaned kitchen floors, following end-of-day cleaning procedures
  • Kept food preparation areas clean and hygienic
  • Labelled, organised and correctly stored food supplies for ease of access
  • Followed recipes to weigh, measure and mix ingredients
  • Unpacked and checked new stock for quality and matched quantities to paperwork
  • Controlled cooking temperature to achieve the desired taste
  • Observed good food safety and hygiene practices in food preparation and handling

Kitchen Porter

Kilworth House Hotel
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Maintained neat and organized food storage areas to increase team efficiency
  • Removed rubbish and recycling regularly to keep workspaces neat and clean
  • Cleaned and inspected food preparation areas against safe and sanitary food-handling criteria

Education

Music production -

De montfort university
05.2024

level 3 diploma in music Techology -

Academy of Contemporary Music
01.2019

Music Technology -

sandwell college
06.2017

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Communication Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Ability to Multitask
  • Adaptability
  • Fast Learner
  • Motivated Attitude
  • Adept in Establishing Professional and Positive Relationships
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Decision-Making

music

Music is not just a hobby for me; it's my passion and profession. Whether I'm studying music theory, practicing an instrument, or working on a new composition, every moment spent with music fills me with joy and inspiration. It's not just about the notes; it's about the emotions and stories they convey. Through music, I find endless creativity and fulfillment.

Timeline

kitchen porter

TCS recruitment
09.2023 - 03.2024

Stagehand

Music Mann
06.2023 - 12.2023

Bar staff

Arc Hospitality
03.2023 - 08.2023

Recording Engineer

Freelance
09.2022 - Current

Audio Engineer

Freelance
09.2022 - Current

Kitchen Assistant

Mexican Grill T/a Tortilla
09.2022 - 12.2022

Kitchen Porter

Kilworth House Hotel
01.2022 - 03.2022

Music production -

De montfort university

level 3 diploma in music Techology -

Academy of Contemporary Music

Music Technology -

sandwell college
KAYTONE MCDUFFUS-MENDEZ