Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
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Kirsty Gardiner

Clydebank,West Dunbartonshire

Summary

A highly skilled professional with expertise in decision making under pressure and quick judgement, complemented by effective problem-solving abilities. Holds a BLS certification and demonstrates strong organisational skills, essential for managing complex tasks efficiently. Committed to maintaining peak physical condition through strength and conditioning training six times per week, aiming to leverage these competencies in a dynamic environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Barista

Nuffield Health
Glasgow
01.2022 - Current
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing top-quality coffee and beverages.
  • Streamlined order taking process, reducing wait times for customers' convenience.
  • Provided a welcoming atmosphere to customers, promoting return visits.
  • Implemented hygiene standards throughout café premises for public health safety compliance.
  • Upheld excellent relationships with regular clients fostering loyalty and repeat business.
  • Trained new staff members on café operations, fostering teamwork and consistency.

Catering assistant

West Dunbartonshire Council
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire
08.2019 - 01.2022
  • Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of fresh produce contributing towards seamless kitchen operations.
  • Managed inventory of catering supplies, reducing waste through efficient usage and ordering practices.
  • Implemented hygiene protocols throughout daily duties ensuring safe food handling.
  • Supported dietary requirements of students by careful meal planning and portion control.
  • Worked efficiently under pressure, managing large volumes of work during peak hours.

Catering assistant

Nuffield Health
Glasgow, Glasgow City
02.2017 - 08.2019
  • Collaborated with other team members for smooth catering operations during events.
  • Enhanced morale with positive leadership tactics.
  • Managed financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and integrity.
  • Created a safe and hygienic environment for staff and customers, practising safe systems of work and strictly adhering to COSHH regulations across all tasks.

Education

Standard grade - English

Clydebank High School
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire
08.1996 - 05.1997

Standard Grade - Maths

Clydebank High school
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire
08.1996 - 05.1997

Standard Grade - French

Clydebank High School
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire
08.1996 - 05.1997

Standard Grade - Music

Clydebank High School
Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire
08.1996 - 05.1997

Skills

  • BLS certification
  • Decision making under pressure
  • Quick judgement
  • Effective problem solving
  • Strength and conditioning training six times per week
  • Strong organisational skills

Affiliations

Currently undertaking an accredited online course to qualify as a personal trainer. Passionate about health and fitness, with a particular interest in Olympic lifting, cycling, and competing in CrossFit and functional fitness events. A proud single mother of two, with one child still at home currently in her fourth year of high school. I embrace challenges and continually push my physical and mental limits to deepen my understanding of my body and personal potential.

References

  • Graeme Shaw

- Operational manager 

- graeme.shaw@nuffieldhealth.com


  • Scott Craig

- Personal reference

-  scott@dcfitnessglasgow.com

Timeline

Barista

Nuffield Health
01.2022 - Current

Catering assistant

West Dunbartonshire Council
08.2019 - 01.2022

Catering assistant

Nuffield Health
02.2017 - 08.2019

Standard grade - English

Clydebank High School
08.1996 - 05.1997

Standard Grade - Maths

Clydebank High school
08.1996 - 05.1997

Standard Grade - French

Clydebank High School
08.1996 - 05.1997

Standard Grade - Music

Clydebank High School
08.1996 - 05.1997
Kirsty Gardiner