Lou Milnes
Summary
Experienced professional with a diverse background spanning midwifery, hospitality, and property management. Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, time management, and adaptability across varied roles, including stewardess in the Royal Air Force and Publican. Skilled in supervising staff, key-holding responsibilities, and maintaining high cleanliness standards. Proficient in problem-solving, safety awareness, and effective communication strategies to build strong client relationships. Committed to delivering excellence in all tasks with a strong work ethic and professionalism.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Midwife
South Devon Health Care Trust
, Devon
08.2017 - Current
- Delivered expert maternity care in both hospital and community contexts.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in varied work schedules.
- Managed and planned work efficiently.
- Demonstrated exceptional communication skills in clinical settings.
- Executed deep cleaning of hospital equipment and rooms to a high standard.
- Demonstrated reliability and trust in midwifery practice.
Cleaner and key holder for Airbnb holiday let
Providence Property
Shaldon, Devon
04.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated weekend changeovers for a coastal resort.
- Conducted linen changeovers.
- Key holder.
- Maintained high standards in cleaning, mopping, polishing, dusting, vacuuming, sorting out recycling, and collection of refuse bins.
- Reported maintenance issues directly to the property owner.
- Conducted a seasonal deep clean of the oven, dishwasher, and fridge.
Publican
Self employed owner
Tiverton, Devon
05.2002 - 11.2007
- Managed day-to-day operations of the pub, including stock control, and financial manage
- Fostered relationships with regular customers, building a loyal community around the bar.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the bar area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Managed bar operations, overseeing stock levels, ordering supplies, and maintaining inventory accuracy.
- Employed and trained a team of bartenders and support staff, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Stewardess in the Royal Air Force
Ministry of Defence
11.1983 - 07.1987
Duties as a stewardess in the command headquarters of the RAF.
Provided silver service to high-ranking officials for meal service at breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special events.
Maintained high standards of cleanliness, preparing tables and tableware ready for service.
VIP Stewardess at Chequers, the Prime Minister's country house retreat.
Maintained the Prime Minister's country house retreat as part of a high-performing team.
Served as VIP housekeeper for the Commanding Officer at a Royal Air Force base in Germany.
Managed cleaning staff and resources efficiently, key holder.
Organised and served at dinner parties and social functions.
Managed laundry and ironing duties for RAF personnel's uniforms and military footwear.
Conducted a thorough deep clean of the property, ready for the arrival of the new Commanding Officer.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - RGN Nursing
South Devon Hospital
Torquay 09.1990 - 09.1993
Higher National Diploma - Diploma in Midwifery
Plymouth University Health Care Studies
09.1997 - 03.1999
Skills
- Time management and flexibility
- Effective communication strategies
- Staff supervision and training
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Safety awareness and professionalism
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- High cleanliness standards
- Independent work skills
Languages
French
Elementary
A2
Timeline
Cleaner and key holder for Airbnb holiday let
Providence Property
04.2021 - 08.2022
Midwife
South Devon Health Care Trust
08.2017 - Current
Publican
Self employed owner
05.2002 - 11.2007
Higher National Diploma - Diploma in Midwifery
Plymouth University Health Care Studies
09.1997 - 03.1999
Diploma of Higher Education - RGN Nursing
South Devon Hospital
09.1990 - 09.1993
Stewardess in the Royal Air Force
Ministry of Defence
11.1983 - 07.1987