Molly Boyhan Irvine
Plymouth,Devon
Summary
Final-year Business Management and Geography graduate (Oxford Brookes University, predicted 2:1) with a strong commercial and analytical foundation, due to complete in July 2025 and available to join a graduate programme from August 2025. Brings a distinctive combination of academic rigour in business strategy, spatial data analysis (GIS) and human geography, with three years of parallel professional experience across 5-star hospitality, high-volume event delivery and client-facing administration. Proven ability to operate effectively under pressure, communicate with diverse stakeholders and drive service-focused outcomes. Holds a full UK driving licence and is actively relocating to Manchester.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
21
21
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Front of House - Seasonal
Riverford Field Kitchen
2025.06 - 2025.09
- Delivered high-quality front-of-house service in an award-winning farm-to-fork restaurant, consistently meeting the standard required for a permanent role to be offered on completion of the seasonal contract.
- Managed guest communications, table coordination and service recovery in a busy, reputation-driven environment with a focus on exceptional customer experience.
- Returning over the Christmas holiday period, demonstrating reliability and strong employer relationship management.
Administrator & Front of House
Royal Western Yacht Club
2022.10 - 2025.09
- Managed member and administrative enquiries as the first point of contact, maintaining accurate records and handling sensitive membership information in line with GDPR and confidentiality obligations.
- Planned, organised and assisted in running club events, coordinating logistics, communications and on-the-day operations across a membership of high-net-worth individuals.
- Developed strong stakeholder relationship skills navigating a diverse, demanding membership base.
Event Staff
153rd British Golf Open (R&A)
2025.07 - 2025.07
- One of a three-person team responsible for catering 200 international professional golfers and support staff at the world's oldest and most prestigious golf major.
- Operated to the highest hospitality standards in a high-pressure, time-critical event environment, delivering personalised service to elite-level international guests.
Front of House
KUKU Sushi Restaurant, Plymouth
2023.12 - 2024.02
- Collaborated closely with the kitchen team to ensure timely, accurate and customer-focused service during a busy seasonal period.
Front of House
5-Star Boringdon Hall Hotel
2021.07 - 2022.09
- Achieved formal appraisal recognition for interpersonal skills, problem solving and professional performance in a 5-star, service-led and target-driven environment.
- Operated across a range of service functions in a prestigious hotel, building adaptability, attention to detail and a consistently guest-centric approach.
Data Entry & Administrative Support
North Road West Medical Practice (NHS)
2019.08 - 2019.09
- Supported IT and reception teams with NHS data management, developing competencies in patient confidentiality, GDPR compliance, transparent working and duty of candour.
Education
BA (Hons) - Business Management and Geography
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford 2021.01 - 2025.07
A Levels - Business, History, Geography
Devonport High School for Boys
Plymouth 2021.01 - 2024.01
GCSEs -
Plymouth College
Plymouth 2008.01 - 2021.01
Skills
- Analytical & Digital: GIS spatial data analysis; Excel (data manipulation, analysis); PowerPoint (professional-standard presentations); quantitative and qualitative research methods from degree
- Commercial Awareness: Business strategy, operations and marketing knowledge from BA degree; direct exposure to target-driven, service-led commercial environments across hospitality and events
- Communication & Stakeholder Management: Proven written and verbal communication across NHS, yacht club membership, 5-star hotel and university academic contexts; ability to frame complex information clearly
- Leadership & Teamwork: Captain-level leadership in school netball and hockey teams; supervisory responsibility for junior sailors (ages 7–13, including those with disabilities) in a safety-critical outdoor environment
- Resilience & Adaptability: Consistent employment record throughout full-time degree study; performed in demanding environments including a major international sporting event and inner-city healthcare settings
QUALIFICATIONS & INTERESTS
- RYA Powerboat Level 2 Certificate - qualified to helm and instruct in open-water powerboat handling.
- Food Hygiene Certificate (Level 2).
- Full UK Driving Licence - clean.
- Voluntary sailing instructor: RNSA Cadet Sailing programme, supervising young sailors aged 7–13, including those with physical and learning disabilities - demonstrating responsibility, safeguarding awareness and inclusive leadership.
- Active competitive sportswoman: dinghy sailing, yachting; former school netball and hockey captain - evidence of high standards, discipline and team-oriented leadership.
Timeline
Event Staff
153rd British Golf Open (R&A)
2025.07 - 2025.07
Front of House - Seasonal
Riverford Field Kitchen
2025.06 - 2025.09
Front of House
KUKU Sushi Restaurant, Plymouth
2023.12 - 2024.02
Administrator & Front of House
Royal Western Yacht Club
2022.10 - 2025.09
Front of House
5-Star Boringdon Hall Hotel
2021.07 - 2022.09
BA (Hons) - Business Management and Geography
Oxford Brookes University
2021.01 - 2025.07
A Levels - Business, History, Geography
Devonport High School for Boys
2021.01 - 2024.01
Data Entry & Administrative Support
North Road West Medical Practice (NHS)
2019.08 - 2019.09
GCSEs -
Plymouth College
2008.01 - 2021.01