Maya Mahnke
Edinburgh,Scotland
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Mixed Staff, WSH - Plate Waiting Staff / Cloakroom
Splendid
Edinburgh, Scotland
2025.05 - Current
- Executed high-profile events, including Glasgow College Gala attended by Scotland’s First Minister.
- Adapted swiftly to fast-paced environments while upholding exceptional customer service standards.
- Acquired experience with various hospitality brands throughout Scotland and London.
- Developed catering and service expertise, including professional waitressing and table service.
- Performed food and beverage preparation alongside tray and silver service.
- Engaged customers effectively while providing guest support.
- Managed cash handling and POS operations with accuracy.
- Ensured venue setup, breakdown, and compliance with hygiene and safety standards.
Team member
Alanda's Scottish Seafood Grill
Edinburgh, Scotland
2025.06 - 2025.08
- Delivered fast, friendly service at Edinburgh Festival and Longniddry events in high-volume settings.
- Took customer orders, operated tills, and handled cash with precision during peak periods.
- Prepared and served food to high standards while ensuring hygiene and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation of work area to facilitate seamless service delivery.
- Collaborated with team members, adapting to evolving customer demands during festival shifts.
- Developed strong customer service, multitasking, and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments.
GOLD DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S AWARD
The Duke of Edinburgh award
EDINBURGH
2023.05 - 2024.08
- Successfully developing new skills such as crocheting, demonstrating creativity, patience, and attention to detail.
- Committed to improving physical fitness through regular exercise by participating in Netball three times a week.
- Participated in the school's Combined Cadet Force (CCF), which built discipline, leadership, and teamwork skills.
- Completed a week-long Residential with Active Pursuits in Aviemore, Scotland, involving daily outdoor activities (9am–4pm) such as climbing, gorge walking, coasteering, and raft-building. This developed resilience, problem-solving, and confidence in challenging environments.
- Engaged in teamwork, time management, and personal development through each section of the award.
Observational Intern
Ernst & Young
Hanoi, Vietnam
2023.07 - 2023.07
- Completed a brief shadowing placement observing HR operations and how HR decisions support overall business strategy.
- Gained insight into employee engagement practices, including quality circles and well-being initiatives.
- Observed how HR fosters motivation and a positive workplace culture through events and staff support.
- Developed an early interest in Human Resources through first-hand exposure to HR practices.
COMBINED CADET FORCE (CCF) MEDIA ASSISTANT
Fettes College
EDINBURGH
2021.04 - 2024.07
- I was a member of my school's CCF social media team, where we met every Friday evening to manage the school's CCF Twitter and Instagram accounts. In addition to overseeing social media content, we were responsible for ensuring that 120 students attended CCF sessions and were properly dressed in the correct uniform.
VOLUNTEERING LEADER
SuperTroop
EDINBURGH
2023.06 - 2023.06
- I volunteered for a charity called SUPERTROOP – a charity which runs holiday for children who have a disability. I spent a week providing care on a one-to-one basis this taught me the importance of resilience, empathy and responsibility.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - International Management with study year abroad
King's College London
London 2024.01 -
A-Levels - Economics, German, Psychology
Fettes College
Edinburgh, EDH 2022.01 - 2024.01
GCSEs - German, Economics, Maths, Combined Science, English Language, English Literature, geography
Fettes College
Edinburgh 2021.01 - 2022.01
Skills
- Public speaking and communication (presentations, speeches, team collaboration)
- Fluent in German
- Leadership and teamwork (leading initiatives, collaborating with others)
- Time management (prioritising tasks, meeting deadlines)
- Understanding diversity
LANGUAGES
English: C2 Proficient
German: B2 Upper Intermediate
Timeline
Team member
Alanda's Scottish Seafood Grill
2025.06 - 2025.08
Mixed Staff, WSH - Plate Waiting Staff / Cloakroom
Splendid
2025.05 - Current
Bachelor of Business Administration - International Management with study year abroad
King's College London
2024.01 -
Observational Intern
Ernst & Young
2023.07 - 2023.07
VOLUNTEERING LEADER
SuperTroop
2023.06 - 2023.06
GOLD DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S AWARD
The Duke of Edinburgh award
2023.05 - 2024.08
A-Levels - Economics, German, Psychology
Fettes College
2022.01 - 2024.01
COMBINED CADET FORCE (CCF) MEDIA ASSISTANT
Fettes College
2021.04 - 2024.07
GCSEs - German, Economics, Maths, Combined Science, English Language, English Literature, geography
Fettes College
2021.01 - 2022.01