Kester Holwell
Beverley,East Riding of Yorkshire
Summary
I am good at speaking with people I've never met before and getting along with them in working environments. I am quite competitive in such that I will try and better myself to match or exceed others expectations. Used to demanding work environments and maintaining efficiency during long or early shifts.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Dispatcher
Tesco Superstore
Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire
2023.10 - 2026.03
- Early starts 5:30 am
- Operational responsibility & independent decision-making: Frequently operated with minimal managerial presence, effectively overseeing the day-to-day running of the Dot Com dispatch area. Maintained safe, organised, and efficient staging of picked orders while ensuring delivery operations continued smoothly and on schedule.
- Physical workload: Responsible for loading delivery vans, regularly performing heavy manual work as part of the dispatch process.
- Communication, problem-solving & systems use: Managed incoming calls from the customer service desk and delivery drivers, resolving missed deliveries and payment-related queries, providing drivers with operational updates, and coordinating site access through the back gate. Used store computer systems to locate order information and make informed decisions, demonstrating strong problem-solving, accountability, and the ability to handle responsibilities normally carried out by management.
Kitchen staff member
*
Beverley & Hull area, East Riding of Yorkshire
2021.09 - 2023.09
- Fast-paced food preparation: Prepared and cooked meals alongside head chefs in busy kitchens, maintaining quality, speed, and presentation during high-volume service.
- Organisation & workflow management: Managed the cleaning, drying, and correct storage of large volumes of kitchen equipment, ensuring workstations remained organised and operational.
- Food safety & hygiene compliance: Maintained strict hygiene standards, allergen awareness, and cross-contamination prevention. Achieved Level 1 Food Health & Safety certification.
- Stock & storage management: Assisted with receiving deliveries, labelling, and organising produce in fridges and freezers to maintain correct storage and stock rotation.
- End-of-day kitchen operations: Responsible for closing procedures including deep cleaning grills, equipment, and workspaces to ensure readiness for the following shift.
Farm labourer
AC Employment Ltd
Hull, Kingston upon Hull
2021.09 - 2022.05
- Work ethic & endurance: Completed regular 12–13 hour shifts performing physically demanding outdoor work, demonstrating strong stamina, discipline, and reliability.
- Adaptability: Worked across multiple farm locations, travelling daily and quickly adjusting to new environments, teams, and tasks.
- Teamwork in diverse environments: Collaborated with multinational teams where language barriers were common, requiring patience, clear communication, and cooperation to complete tasks efficiently.
- Early-start reliability: Consistently began work during early morning hours, reinforcing punctuality and commitment.
- Resilience in demanding conditions: Maintained productivity while working in physically intensive and weather-exposed conditions, showing determination and strong work ethic.
Removals operative
Lloyds Removals
Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire
2021.06 - 2021.09
- Manual handling & teamwork: Worked in a team to safely move and load heavy household items during residential moves.
- Careful handling of client property: Entrusted with customers’ personal belongings, ensuring items were handled respectfully and protected during transport.
- Packing & spatial planning: Applied logical thinking and spatial awareness when packing vehicles to maximise space and prevent damage.
Education
GCSEs - Maths, English language, English literature, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Product Design, Art
Longcroft School and Sixth Form College
Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire 2015.09 - 2020.06
A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Chemistry
Longcroft School and Sixth form College
Beverley, East Riding of Yorkshire 2020.09 - 2022.06
Electrical Engineering
Engineering Real Results Ltd
BritainSkills
- Problem solving and independent decision-making
- Teamwork and coordination in fast-paced environments
- Clear communication with colleagues and customers
- Physical endurance and manual handling
- Attention to detail and safety awareness
- Adaptability in new environments and teams
- Basic technical troubleshooting and equipment care
- Stock organisation and inventory handling
Affiliations
- Fitness: Regular weight training and maintaining personal fitness.
- Music: Enjoy listening to, writing, and playing music, particularly guitar.
- Travel & culture: Have travelled widely across Europe and enjoy experiencing different cultures; currently learning basic Japanese in preparation for future travel.
Timeline
Dispatcher
Tesco Superstore
2023.10 - 2026.03
Kitchen staff member
*
2021.09 - 2023.09
Farm labourer
AC Employment Ltd
2021.09 - 2022.05
Removals operative
Lloyds Removals
2021.06 - 2021.09
A-Levels - Maths, Physics, Chemistry
Longcroft School and Sixth form College
2020.09 - 2022.06
GCSEs - Maths, English language, English literature, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Product Design, Art
Longcroft School and Sixth Form College
2015.09 - 2020.06
Electrical Engineering
Engineering Real Results Ltd