Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Hobbies and interests
Timeline
Generic
Keeva Lee

Keeva Lee

Derry,Northern Ireland

Summary

I am a dedicated, warm, and enthusiastic person who takes immense pride in giving my absolute best to my work every day. I thrive in fast-paced environments, work seamlessly alongside my teammates, and approach every task with a positive attitude.

Overview

2
2
Languages
1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

POS Terminal

Mandarin Palace
Derry, Northern Ireland
08.2026 - Current
  • I manage front-of-house operations, acting as the primary point of contact for guest enquiries, reservations, and cancellations in a busy restaurant environment.
  • Processed financial transactions accurately during peak hours, ensuring swift service and customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinate the lounge area during peak hours to optimise capacity and minimise guest wait times.

01/2017-07/2025

  • Managed a dedicated restaurant station as part of a two-person team, collaborating smoothly under high pressure to oversee guest satisfaction across multiple tables.
  • Delivered food promptly and timed the clearance of starters efficiently so that guests were perfectly prepared for their main courses.
  • Communicated guest feedback and order discrepancies to POS operator, facilitating accurate billing and prompt resolution of issues.

Table Setter

10/2016-12/2016

  • Maintained flawless table presentation by meticulously checking and polishing all glassware, cutlery, and linens, proactively replacing any imperfect items before guest arrival.
  • Thrived in a fast-paced environment, rapidly turning over tables to minimise guest wait times and maximise restaurant seating capacity.
  • Coordinated seamlessly with service staff and floor hosts via clear communication and POS tracking to orchestrate smooth service for large group bookings of 15+ guests.
  • Demonstrated exceptional stamina and efficiency as part of a lean, high-productivity team of 2–3 staff members managing the entire dining room during peak operational shifts.
  • Monitored dining floor dynamics continuously, anticipating guest needs and swiftly clearing or resetting stations with zero downtime.

Assistant Language Teacher

JET Programme
Kyoto, Japan
08.2025 - 08.2026
  • I delivered fun and engaging English classes across 4 distinct schools in Kyoto, adapting quickly to diverse environments.
  • Managed large groups of students daily, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere that supported effective learning under pressure.
  • Cultivated strong problem-solving and cross-cultural communication skills, effectively navigating fast-paced settings while handling multiple tasks.

Education

Master of Arts - Fine Arts

Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester
2023 - 2024

Skills

  • POS operation
  • Financial transaction processing
  • Cash handling
  • Reservation management
  • Order processing
  • Queue management
  • Front desk reception
  • Customer service
  • Pressure management
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership
  • Deadline management

Languages

English
First Language
cantonese
Upper Intermediate
B2

Hobbies and interests

  • Painting & Baking: I love gifting homemade paintings and treats to friends and family, and I make the undisputed best cinnamon rolls in Derry.

Timeline

POS Terminal

Mandarin Palace
08.2026 - Current

Assistant Language Teacher

JET Programme
08.2025 - 08.2026

Master of Arts - Fine Arts

Manchester Metropolitan University
2023 - 2024
Keeva Lee