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Megan Catherwood

Leeds,West Yorkshire

Summary

Highly organised and reliable with expertise in customer service and team coordination, bringing together excellent interpersonal and communication skills to foster a welcoming environment. Confident and driven individual, committed to creating memorable guest experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Reception Supervisor

Flight Club
Leeds
10.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills when handling guest queries, providing timely responses and solutions.
  • Optimised the bookings diary to ensure maximum revenue and fluidity
  • Provided attentive and efficient service, taking orders accurately, and anticipating guests' needs.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by training new employees on reception duties, enhancing productivity and effectiveness of the team.
  • Planned and organised employee schedules.
  • Hosted and Games Mastered large corporate events, creating memorable guest experiences.

Production and Stage Manager

Rosa Festival / The Sweaty Arms
Leeds
05.2022 - Current
  • Negotiated budget with festival.
  • Improved team efficiency by organising schedules and workflow.
  • Supervised project timelines for timely completion.
  • Managed logistics, ensuring smooth operations.

House Keeper

The Holiday Inn / Central Facilities
Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Facilitated smooth check-ins and check-outs by preparing rooms promptly upon guest departure.
  • Upheld company reputation for cleanliness.
  • Preserved guest privacy whilst servicing their rooms.
  • Collaborated effectively with reception staff to manage room assignments properly.
  • Improved customer experience by providing personalised services upon request.

Telecommunications Marketer

Aplan Insurance
Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
06.2018 - 09.2018
  • Generated leads through cold calling, resulting in increased sales opportunities.
  • Provided product information to prospective customers to encourage purchases.
  • Used persuasive selling techniques to convert enquiries into sales.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve collective sales targets.

Waitress

The Hadley Bowling Green
Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire
02.2017 - 04.2018
  • Maintained knowledge of menu items, leading to accurate order taking.
  • Helped reduce waiting times by swiftly clearing tables after use.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through friendly and polite interaction.
  • Communicated efficiently with fellow team members, fostering a harmonious working environment.

Education

Master of Arts - Performance

Leeds Beckett University
Leeds
09.2021 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Performance

Plymouth University
Plymouth
09.2018 - 05.2021

Skills

  • Organised and reliable
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Customer service expertise
  • Reservation system proficiency
  • Schedule co-ordination
  • Team leadership
  • Advanced problem solving skills

Timeline

Reception Supervisor

Flight Club
10.2022 - Current

Production and Stage Manager

Rosa Festival / The Sweaty Arms
05.2022 - Current

Master of Arts - Performance

Leeds Beckett University
09.2021 - 10.2022

House Keeper

The Holiday Inn / Central Facilities
04.2019 - 04.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Theatre and Performance

Plymouth University
09.2018 - 05.2021

Telecommunications Marketer

Aplan Insurance
06.2018 - 09.2018

Waitress

The Hadley Bowling Green
02.2017 - 04.2018
Megan Catherwood