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Kofi Amoah

London

Summary

Dedicated security professional with extensive expertise in security procedures, conflict management, and staff supervision. Proven ability to manage crowd control techniques and monitor security systems effectively. First aid certified with a strong background in training team members and delivering exceptional customer service. Committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment while continuously enhancing skills and knowledge in the field of security.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Head door supervisor

Truesec
London
01.2024 - Current

This job predominantly but not exclusively consisted of running security for Cafe 1001 and The Brick Lane Taproom. Some areas I excel in include:

  • Recording incidents accurately, providing useful reference for future risk assessments.
  • Assisting in emergency situations, ensuring guest safety.
  • Following company protocol effectively whilst dealing with incidents at the door.
  • Providing exceptional customer service, creating welcoming environment for guests.
  • Utilising my conflict resolution skills to handle disputes peacefully.
  • Implementing security procedures for improved entrance flow management and managing capacity requirements.

Recruitment/Operations Manager

Carefirst Recruitment
London
05.2017 - 11.2023
  • This work has predominantly consisted of recruiting and managing large security teams for frestivals and seasonal events.
  • Lead enhanced search areas at a number of large festivals.
  • This included directing new Covid-19 related safety systems for large teams of around 100 staff for multiple events during the summer of 2021.
  • Enhanced my ability to streamline processes and manage large teams in a variety of new environments.
  • Handled escalated issues from candidates or staff members promptly and professionally maintaining high customer service standards.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, resulting in increased employee satisfaction levels.

Security Guard

Truesec
London
06.2018 - 12.2022
  • This job consisted of working a large variety of events bars, retail and market jobs. The large variety of work gave me a chance to hone a wide array of skills I have since developed in the industry.

Education

Master of Science - Tourism Marketing and Management

University of Nottingham
Nottingham
09.2022 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of Nottingham
Nottingham
09.2018 - 06.2022

Skills

  • Security procedures
  • Conflict management
  • Staff supervision
  • First aid certified
  • Crowd control techniques
  • Training team members
  • Security systems monitoring
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Head door supervisor

Truesec
01.2024 - Current

Master of Science - Tourism Marketing and Management

University of Nottingham
09.2022 - 09.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

University of Nottingham
09.2018 - 06.2022

Security Guard

Truesec
06.2018 - 12.2022

Recruitment/Operations Manager

Carefirst Recruitment
05.2017 - 11.2023
Kofi Amoah