Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Websites
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Languages
References
Timeline
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Melissa Stranger

Shaftesbury,Dorset
Melissa Stranger

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional focused on delivering the highest standards customer service. Thinks critically with can-do attitude for successful operations that can be equipped to a studio environment. Friendly and enthusiastic worker adept at operating in fast-paced environments with demanding objectives for sales, service and quality. Talent for adapting to changing policies, as well as handling customer issues. Analytical problem-solver adept at managing time and preparing for future guests with efficient side work.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

The Salt Cellar
Shaftesbury, Dorset

Waitress/Barista
07.2019 - Current

Job overview

  • Delivered great service by greeting and serving customers in a positive and friendly manner.
  • Completed orders and served guests at tables.
  • Maintained excellent level of service in busy and demanding restaurant environment.
  • Take on board customer complaints and worked with kitchen staff or management to resolve issues and improve service.
  • Written on the blackboards for the specials menu and promoting social media to gain more customers
  • Advised on food and drink choices based on customer preferences.
  • Memorised complete menu and prices and offered guests knowledgeable and affordable suggestions.

VB Lewis Design
Sturminster, Dorset

Filing office helper
06.2022 - 11.2023

Job overview

  • Stored material in drawers, cabinets and storage boxes to maintain access.
  • Documented file details for and maintained for reference.
  • Used applications and software to collect and preserve digital information.
  • Ordered and arranged files to make them easier to find and access
  • Helped keep the office clean and tidy so no files are misplaced or damaged

Marnhull Village Hall
Marnhull, Dorset

Sticking up
01.2018 - 01.2019

Job overview

  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Updated score books and data.
  • Designed digital and print materials to engage audiences.

Education

Shaftesbury School
Shaftesbury

A-Levels
09.2022 - 06.2023

University overview

  • Bronze arts award -2016
  • Textiles/Art - B
  • Core Maths - B
  • Geography - C
  • Chemistry - E
  • Coursework in Geography - A*
  • Coursework in Textiles/Art - B

Shaftesbury School
Shaftesbury

GCSEs
09.2019 - 06.2021

University overview

  • English Language - 7(A)
  • English Literature 6(B)
  • Maths 5(C)
  • Art 7(A)
  • Spanish 8(A*)
  • Science 6-6(C)
  • Geography 7(A)
  • History 7(A)

Skills

  • Highly organised
  • Cooperative team player - swam competitively for 6 years
  • Quick learner
  • Beverage service
  • Customer relations
  • Coffee machinery operation - steamed milk and made hot beverages
  • Positive attitude - always put 100% in to a full shift
  • Espresso machine operation
  • Beverage preparation
  • Speedy and efficient - Make coffees well and don't leave people waiting Finish work on deadline to good condition

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • Drawing and Sketching
  • Organisation and time efficient gaming
  • Movies, TV shows and Music
  • Concerts

Accomplishments

Accomplishments

Bronze Arts Award

Nominated for competition on The Arts Society

Rowing and Gym competitions

Languages

Spanish
Intermediate
French
Elementary

References

References
References available upon request.

Timeline

Shaftesbury School
A-Levels
09.2022 - 06.2023
Filing office helper
VB Lewis Design
06.2022 - 11.2023
Shaftesbury School
GCSEs
09.2019 - 06.2021
Waitress/Barista
The Salt Cellar
07.2019 - Current
Sticking up
Marnhull Village Hall
01.2018 - 01.2019
Melissa Stranger