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Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
References
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Lauren Mcleod

Glenrothes,Fife

Summary

I would consider myself to be dedicated and friendly, yet professional, with a strong foundation in excellent customer service with almost 15 years experience in the hospitality industry. I can demonstrate multitasking efficiency and a great resilience at working under pressure, complemented by a positive, can-do work ethic. A hardworking and self-motivated person, with great team working skills and a keen eagerness to learn new skills at all times. I am committed to applying the knowledge gained from my hospitality career to pursue continuous skill development in other directions.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Hotel Receptionist/Team Member

Whitbread Premier Inn
Glenrothes, Fife
12.2021 - Current
  • Overseeing the daily hotel operations, collaborating within a team and managing individual tasks.
  • Delivering high-standard customer service to guests with a positive attitude, ensuring all needs and requirements are met.
  • Handling telephone enquiries with professionalism, providing accurate information about the hotel services.
  • Processing cash and card payments accurately, ensuring seamless transactions for guests and companies.
  • Utilising Microsoft services and Oracle Cloud Hospitality for seamless guest service, prompt email communication and guest enquiries.
  • Maintained security measures, safeguarding guest personal information and privacy.
  • Distributing daily tasks among team members, conducting room inspections to uphold cleanliness standards.
  • Supporting housekeeping and other departments to ensure timely readiness of rooms and guest areas.

Waitress/Bar Staff

Whitbread Brewers Fayre
Glenrothes
12.2015 - 12.2021
  • Maintained smooth operations of a busy family-friendly restaurant and bar.
  • Delivered food and drinks to guests while verifying allergy information and orders.
  • Ensured cleanliness of customer areas to provide a welcoming environment.
  • Managed phone bookings and enquiries using a table booking system for efficiency.
  • Processed food and drink orders using tills, ensuring accurate payments and service.
  • Cleared dirty plates and glasses from tables, maintaining cleanliness and readiness for new guests.
  • Monitored kids' play area, ensuring cleanliness and removal of rubbish daily.

Waitress/Bar Staff

Foxton Bar and Grill
Glenrothes, Fife
04.2012 - 12.2015

Ensured high standards of customer service in a bustling bar and restaurant environment.
Served customers effectively, promoting enjoyable experiences through quality food and drink offerings.
Maintained hygiene by routinely cleaning glasses, cutlery, and resetting tables as needed.
Managed cash transactions accurately, utilising tills and overseeing stock rotations.
Applied initiative during quieter moments to perform deep cleaning and maintenance duties.
Replenished stock consistently to facilitate smooth operations.
Kept all customer-facing areas clean and well-organised, enhancing guest satisfaction.
Conducted thorough cleaning of bar areas to prepare for next-day service.

Education

SVQ Level 2 - Introduction to Arts

Adam Smith College
Kirkcaldy
08.2009 - 08.2010

GCSE or equivalent - High School

Glenwood High School
Glenrothes
08.2008 - 06.2009

Skills

  • Excellent customer service and public relations
  • Multitasking efficiency
  • Resilience under pressure
  • Positive, can do work ethic
  • Hardworking
  • Great team working skills but also self motivated
  • Eager and willing to learn new skills

Languages

English - Expert
Beginner

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Hotel Receptionist/Team Member

Whitbread Premier Inn
12.2021 - Current

Waitress/Bar Staff

Whitbread Brewers Fayre
12.2015 - 12.2021

Waitress/Bar Staff

Foxton Bar and Grill
04.2012 - 12.2015

SVQ Level 2 - Introduction to Arts

Adam Smith College
08.2009 - 08.2010

GCSE or equivalent - High School

Glenwood High School
08.2008 - 06.2009
Lauren Mcleod