Lexi Cooper
Keighley
Summary
My name is Lexi, I am 17 years old, and I am an Enthusiastic Community Volunteer with solid track record of supporting diverse community initiatives. Skilled in organising events, coordinating activities, and engaging with local residents to foster sense of community. Strong communication and interpersonal skills ensure effective collaboration with team members and the public alike. Committed to creating positive social impact and enhancing community well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Porter
The Turkey Inn
Keighley, West Yorkshire
08.2025 - Current
- I have worked at the Turkey Inn for over a year now, and although I was hired as a kitchen porter, I now support the chefs, preparing both starters and desserts, and assisting on 'the pass' when needed.
- Washes and puts away cookware, utensils, and dishes after service rounds.
- Removes rubbish and recycling regularly to keep kitchen workspaces tidy.
- Keeps utensils, dishes, and glasses clean and ready for customer use.
- Maintains high hygiene standards through thorough cleaning of floors and surfaces.
- Disposes of kitchen waste and recycling according to workplace procedures.
- Maintains a positive attitude under pressure to support kitchen harmony.
- Handles cleaning chemicals by following safe-use guidance at all times.
- Supports chefs during busy periods to keep meal preparation timely.
- Assists with kitchen setup and clears down before and after service.
- Collaborates with front-of-house staff to improve dessert presentation for customers.
- Coordinates with front-of-house staff for seamless service delivery each shift.
Community Volunteer
Salvation Army
Keighley, Bradford
10.2021 - 09.2026
- Volunteered at Keighley Salvation Army for three and a half years, assisting local food bank operations.
Participated in entire process of food parcel assembly to ensure accuracy and quality.
Supported Key Workers in distribution efforts, ensuring additional requests were packaged appropriately. - Managed distribution of donated goods to underprivileged families, orchestrating logistics and volunteer teams.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment to eliminate accident risks for all.
Ensured safety standards for staff, volunteers, and clients. - Engaged with customers to better understand needs and deliver excellent service.
- Established and maintained effective working relationships through proactive engagement.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing as a committed team member. - Operated in fast-paced environment, supporting up to 80 families during afternoon sessions by delivering essential food and emotional support in challenging times.
Volunteer Teaching Assistant
Parkwood Primary School
Keighley, West Yorkshire
11.2025 - 05.2026
- I originally started volunteering at Parkwood Primary as part of my Level 3 Health and Social Care Course at college. I was required to complete 100 hours of placement time, and when this was finished, Parkwood invited me to stay on and work with them to further my experience.
- Supervised children during activities and play, helping maintain safety and proactively address behavioural problems.
- Organised classroom spaces and materials to help teacher prepare for lessons.
- Helped teachers set up for lessons by arranging tables, sorting worksheets and locating books.
- Offered students one-on-one assistance with class assignments and activities.
- Encouraged student interaction to develop positive learning and socialisation experiences.
- Helped struggling students overcome academic difficulties by providing extra support and assistance throughout lessons.
- Contributed to the maintenance of a safe and clean learning environment for pupils.
- Supported children effectively to develop educational, emotional and social competencies.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers and teachers to share best practices and resources, improving team effectiveness.
- Managed classroom behaviour through effective communication and discipline strategies, maintaining a conducive learning environment.
- Provided administrative support to teachers, including photocopying, filing, and organising resources.
- Supported students with special educational needs, adapting teaching methods to enhance learning.
- Enhanced student wellbeing by encouraging health, safety and good behaviour.
Community Volunteer and Fundraiser
Parkwood Community Group
Keighley, Bradford
08.2021 - 08.2024
- fundraising to deliver complimentary activity days for low-income areas
- Finalised education encompassing food hygiene certificates to supply food for low income families.
- Collaborated with Keighley Big Local to organise summer fairs, Halloween parties, and Easter events.
- Organised fundraising initiatives to provide every child in Parkwood areas with Christmas gifts, including gift wrapping and delivery alongside three volunteers for three consecutive years.
- managed strict timelines
- Managed substantial financial transactions while maintaining up-to-date documentation.
Education
GCSEs - Health and Social Care
Beckfoot Oakbank
Keighley, BRD2025
GCSEs - English
Beckfoot Oakbank
Keighley, BRD2025
GCSEs - Maths
Beckfoot Oakbank
Keighley, BRD2025
GCSEs - Science
Beckfoot Oakbank
Keighley, BRD2025
GCSEs - Spanish
Beckfoot Oakbank
Keighley, BRD2025
GCSEs - Fine Art
Beckfoot Oakbank
Keighley, BRD2025
NHS CADETS
Bradford university
Bradford2024
NVQ Level 2 - Food Safety and Hygiene
Rospa
Keighley, BRD2023
Skills
- Communication skills
- Customer Service
- Empathetic listening
- Community engagement
- Multi-Cultural teamwork
- Teamwork attitude
- Willingness to learn
- Problem-solving
- Customer focused
- Health and safety awareness
Education
See Below
Timeline
Volunteer Teaching Assistant
Parkwood Primary School
11.2025 - 05.2026
Kitchen Porter
The Turkey Inn
08.2025 - Current
Community Volunteer
Salvation Army
10.2021 - 09.2026
Community Volunteer and Fundraiser
Parkwood Community Group
08.2021 - 08.2024
GCSEs - Health and Social Care
Beckfoot Oakbank
GCSEs - English
Beckfoot Oakbank
GCSEs - Maths
Beckfoot Oakbank
GCSEs - Science
Beckfoot Oakbank
GCSEs - Spanish
Beckfoot Oakbank
GCSEs - Fine Art
Beckfoot Oakbank
NHS CADETS
Bradford university
NVQ Level 2 - Food Safety and Hygiene
Rospa