Matthew Webster
Worsley,Manchester
Summary
Demonstrates strong communication skills and a collaborative approach, contributing effectively to team success. Proven ability to maintain composure in high-pressure environments, ensuring optimal outcomes. Committed to supporting others and fostering a positive work atmosphere.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Front of House Team Member
Brunning and Price
Worsley, Salford
2025.02 - Current
- Assisted guests in an incredibly busy environment with prompt service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of front of house areas throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order delivery.
- Handled customer inquiries and assisted in the resolving of any issues that would arise.
- Balanced work with busy touring schedule as a musician
Waiter Bartender
The Rising Sun
Tarporley, Cheshire
2024.05 - 2025.12
- Contributed to team efforts in popular social venue.
- Supported delivery of quality customer service through bar and table service.
- Assisted with general maintenance and cleaning tasks.
Funeral Service Operative
The Co-Operative Funeralcare
Chester, Cheshire
2021.03 - 2023.08
- Supported vulnerable individuals during pandemic as key worker.
- Ensured dignity and respect for deceased and their families.
- Exhibited mental resilience to maintain composure in unpredictable and often hostile situations.
English Teacher
FIELD Education
Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu, China
2018.09 - 2020.02
- Refined teaching methods at private language centre.
- Assisted in interviewing candidates for employment.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development.
- Prepared and delivered lessons to students aged 3-12.
- Liaised with parents regarding student progress.
- Left position due to COVID-19 outbreak.
Oral English Teacher
NAVITAS
Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu, China
2017.09 - 2018.07
- Challenged self after completing university.
- Explored different cultures while assisting in teaching.
- Supported lesson planning and delivery for classes of up to 50 students aged 10-14.
Waiter Bartender
The Carriers Inn
Frodsham, Cheshire
2012.05 - 2017.08
Managed educational commitments alongside work responsibilities and social engagements effectively.
Cultivated strong communication abilities, leading to increased confidence and motivation.
Handled challenging interactions with diverse personalities, maintaining professionalism regardless of rank.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Education Studies
University of Derby
Derby 2014.09 - 2017.07
A-Levels - History, Music, ICT, Sociology (AS)
Tarporley High School & Sixth Form College
Tarporley, Cheshire 2012.09 - 2014.07
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science (Dual), History, Music, ICT, P.E, French
Tarporley High School & Sixth Form College
Tarporley, Cheshire 2007.09 - 2012.07
Skills
● Full UK Driver's License
● Musician
● DBS Checked
Accomplishments
● Volunteered with The Alzheimer's Society (Singing for the Brain).
● Used musical knowledge to engage clients in memory retrieval exercises.
● Often played guitar to help clients retrieve memories.
Affiliations
- Keen musician, have performed alongside notable UK bands such as Busted, Scouting For Girls, The Darkness, Madness & The Hunna at various historical music venues across the UK including The Cavern Club (Liverpool), Millennium Square (Leeds), The Piece Hall (Halifax), Manchester Academy 3.
- Football fan: Play to stay active. Was captain of local & school team as a student.