Michael Woodcock
Edinburgh
Summary
Friendly and reliable hospitality worker with experience in specialty beverage preparation, food handling, and maintaining high service standards. Skilled at working efficiently within a fast-paced and high volume environment, supporting team operations, and ensuring a clean, welcoming space for customers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Barista
Caffè Nero
Edinburgh
11.2025 - Current
- Created speciality drinks according to exact customer requests and preferences.
- Collaborated with team members during busy periods improving workflow efficiency.
- Performed all opening and closing duties fully and accurately to maintain cleanliness of café equipment.
General Assistant
Traquair House
Innerleithen
08.2022 - 11.2025
- Worked alongside the Artistic Director of Beyond Borders International Festival to arrange, curate, and install art exhibitions.
Bartender / Barista / Waiter / Food and Beverage Assistant
Macdonald Cardrona Hotel
Peebles
08.2018 - 05.2025
- Involved in a fast paced and high volume bar and restaurant.
- Responsible for preparing and serving a variety of beverages such as artisan coffee and cocktails, as well as food handling when assisting in restaurant and kitchen duties.
- Working cooperatively within a large team, liaising with front and back of house staff.
- Contributed to the coordination in catering for events and international conferences.
- Handling cash and managing transactions.
- Assisting the management in stock control and training of new staff.
Education
HND - Visual Communication: Graphic Design
Edinburgh College
08.2015 - 06.2017
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Maintaining cleanliness
- Beverage preparation
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Barista
Caffè Nero
11.2025 - Current
General Assistant
Traquair House
08.2022 - 11.2025
Bartender / Barista / Waiter / Food and Beverage Assistant
Macdonald Cardrona Hotel
08.2018 - 05.2025
HND - Visual Communication: Graphic Design
Edinburgh College
08.2015 - 06.2017