Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
References
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Malaika Hassett

London,Wandsworth

Summary

I am a friendly and highly reliable hospitality professional with 3 years of experience in a busy restaurant and pub. I am confident in delivering excellent customer service, handling high-pressure shifts and working efficiently as part of a team. I am passionate about creating positive customer experiences and always contribute to a welcoming atmosphere.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Front of House Member

Red Setter, Urban Pubs and Bars
London
01.2025 - 12.2025

As a Front of House Member in London primarily working behind the bar until later progressing to join the floor staff, I delivered friendly, efficient customer service in a fast-paced hospitality environment. I learned to prepare a wide range of hot and cold drinks to consistent quality and presentation standards during peak service while maintaining accuracy and speed. I also demonstrated reliability by working early mornings, evenings, weekends and busy shifts.

  • Transferable skills include:
  • Cleanliness and organization of workspace
  • High quality customer service
  • Working efficiently and consistently
  • Providing accurate orders in peak hours

Front of House Member

That's Amore, Lindfield Italian Restaurant
Lindfield
02.2022 - 06.2024

My first job was a Front of House Member at a small independent Italian Restaurant in Lindfield. I took customers’ orders accurately and efficiently while delivering food and drinks promptly while managing multiple tables. I responded professionally to customer requests and issues all while supporting team members during busy service periods. I was also entrusted some evenings to do the cash up and lock up the building.

  • Transferable skills include:
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Responsibility
  • The importance of hard work
  • Working under stress

Education

A Levels - Music, Philosophy, English Literature

Ardingly College
Haywards Heath, West Sussex
09.2020 - 08.2025

Skills

  • I work well in a team and dedicate myself to providing the best customer & guest experience possible
  • I am a friendly and sociable person with good communication skills and temperament
  • Literate In Microsoft Word, Excel and Google Docs
  • I am a good problem solver, and I work well in fast-paced environments
  • I have excellent knowledge of food hygiene and safety awareness
  • Full understanding of cash handling & POS systems

Accomplishments

  • Music Scholarship
  • Full Music Scholarship Award holder at Ardingly College 2020-2025
  • Mid Sussex music festival and Brighton and Hove Springboard music festival numerous 1st place awards between years 2018-2021
  • Distinction in Grade 8 violin and piano along with violin ARSM Diploma

Languages

English
Fluent
Russian
Advanced

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Front of House Member

Red Setter, Urban Pubs and Bars
01.2025 - 12.2025

Front of House Member

That's Amore, Lindfield Italian Restaurant
02.2022 - 06.2024

A Levels - Music, Philosophy, English Literature

Ardingly College
09.2020 - 08.2025
Malaika Hassett