Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Disclaimer
Timeline
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Malik Abubakar

Slough

Summary

Motivated and reliable professional with experience in hotels, retail and graphic design. Skilled in delivering high-quality guest experiences, handling customer needs with professionalism, and working effectively in fast-paced environments. Alongside strong communication and teamwork abilities, I bring creative design skills and attention to detail, allowing me to contribute both to customer satisfaction and team innovation. Eager to continue developing skills while adding value to a dynamic organization. I am currently on a part time contract looking for a Full time Job.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Kitchen porter

Kings Arms Hotel
Amersham, Buckinghamshire
01.2025 - 01.2026

Maintain kitchen cleanliness, ensuring hygiene standards are met daily. Assist chefs in food prep, enhancing team efficiency and meal quality. Organize stock and manage deliveries, optimizing storage and rotation. Dispose of waste responsibly, contributing to a tidy workspace. Clean and sanitize equipment, supporting smooth kitchen operations.

Key Skills: Team‑oriented, Reliable and punctual, Attention to detail, Health & safety aware, Efficient under pressure, Back‑of‑house support, Manual handling, Multi‑tasking, Time‑efficient, Proactive attitude, Flexible and adaptable

Graphic Designer

Freelance Graphic Designer
07.2024 - 01.2025

Communicated with clients to understand design needs, enhancing client satisfaction. Developed creative design concepts, leading to successful project outcomes. Executed design projects using advanced software, improving visual appeal. Managed multiple projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery. Conducted market research, staying ahead of design trends and competition.

Key Skills: Creativity, visual communication, typography, layout design, branding, colour theory, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, digital illustration, attention to detail, problem‑solving, time management, teamwork, adaptability, client communication, concept development, presentation skills, photo editing.

Host

Grill Street
01.2024 - 06.2024

Greeted customers warmly, boosting satisfaction and fostering repeat visits. Accurately recorded orders, ensuring customer preferences were met. Handled transactions efficiently, maintaining swift service flow. Resolved customer issues promptly, enhancing service quality. Kept takeaway environment clean, ensuring a pleasant dining experience.

Key Skills: Grill operation, temperature control, food safety, meat preparation, seasoning techniques, time management, multitasking, attention to detail, teamwork, communication, ability to work under pressure, consistency in cooking, knife skills, cleanliness, equipment maintenance, fast‑paced workflow, customer‑focused, adaptability

Sales Manager Sales Assistant

Currys
09.2022 - 11.2023

Developed sales strategies, achieving target growth led a highperforming sales team. Enhanced customer service, resolving complaints effectively improved customer satisfaction. Managed inventory, reducing stock loss optimized stock levels for operational efficiency.

Sales assistant Key Skills: Customer service, communication, product knowledge, cash handling, POS operation, upselling, problem‑solving, teamwork, time management, attention to detail, stock replenishment, visual merchandising, adaptability, reliability, active listening, fast‑paced workflow

Sales Manager Key Skills: Leadership, team management, sales strategy, target setting, performance coaching, communication, customer relationship management, KPI analysis, problem‑solving, decision‑making, negotiation, forecasting, merchandising planning, conflict resolution, motivation, adaptability, time management, multi‑tasking


Team Member

Empire Cinemas
03.2022 - 08.2022

Secured the work environment in absence of Security team. React swiftly to emergencies such as breaches, thefts, or conflicts. Assisted patrons with inquiries and ticket sales, enhancing customer satisfaction. Managed concession transactions, ensuring efficient service and accurate handling.

Key skills: Customer service, communication, teamwork, cash handling, ticketing systems, problem‑solving, attention to detail, fast‑paced work, reliability, adaptability, cleaning and hygiene, food and beverage service, upselling, crowd management, safety awareness, time management, multitasking, positive attitude

Deputy Accounts Manager

Swifft Pro Manufacturing
02.2019 - 01.2022

Providing support to the account manager and stepping in when necessary. Analyzing account performance and generating reports. Communicating regularly with clients to ensure their needs are met.

Key skills: Financial reporting, account management, budgeting, forecasting, data analysis, client communication, leadership, team support, problem‑solving, attention to detail, time management, organisational skills, invoice processing, reconciliation, stakeholder coordination, decision‑making, multitasking, deadline management, strategic thinking, adaptability

Marketing Manager Graphics Designer

Noratan Fabrics
06.2018 - 12.2019

Developing and executing the overall brand strategy. Planning and overseeing marketing campaigns. Conducting market research to identify trends and target demographics.

Key skills: Strategic planning, campaign management, brand development, market research, digital marketing, social media strategy, content creation, SEO knowledge, analytics and reporting, budget management, leadership, team coordination, communication skills, creativity, problem‑solving, stakeholder management, project management, adaptability, customer insight analysis, decision‑making

Education

A Levels -

Punjab College
08.2013 - 08.2015

Skills

  • Graphic Design
  • Customer Service
  • Sales Strategy
  • Team Management
  • Project Management
  • Time management mastery
  • Customer orientation
  • Multitasking proficiency
  • Strong physical endurance
  • Multitasking capability
  • Team player
  • Attention to Detail
  • Quality Control
  • Resourcefulness
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Process Improvement

Certification

Door Supervisor Licence

Disclaimer

I authorize the processing of my personal data as indicated in the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), for personnel selection purposes

Timeline

Kitchen porter

Kings Arms Hotel
01.2025 - 01.2026

Graphic Designer

Freelance Graphic Designer
07.2024 - 01.2025

Host

Grill Street
01.2024 - 06.2024

Sales Manager Sales Assistant

Currys
09.2022 - 11.2023

Team Member

Empire Cinemas
03.2022 - 08.2022

Deputy Accounts Manager

Swifft Pro Manufacturing
02.2019 - 01.2022

Marketing Manager Graphics Designer

Noratan Fabrics
06.2018 - 12.2019

A Levels -

Punjab College
08.2013 - 08.2015
Malik Abubakar