Oliver Lee
Summary
Dynamic and reliable professional with a strong foundation in communication, teamwork, and time management. Known for being friendly, polite, and enthusiastic, consistently demonstrating resilience and persistence in achieving goals. Committed to delivering results through effective multitasking and deadline management while maintaining honesty and responsibility.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work history
Bar/Cafe Manager
No.97 LTD
Kingston
01.2023 - 09.2025
- Promoted from previous role within the company to fulfil position of bar manager at one of the company sites.
- Responsible for keeping track of earnings/spending and ensuring the business stay on budget when placing weekly orders.
- Used creativity and engaged with current trends to create a unique cocktail menu using my own ideas and recipes.
- Liaise with product reps and suppliers in order to fulfil product deals.
- Produce rotas for staff each week, again ensuring not to overspend on payroll
- Responsible for promoting a clean and hygienic environment, improving overall ambiance of the bar.
- Worked across our various sites which included bars, restaurants and cafe to provide quality drinks and efficient, smooth service.
Bar supervisor/Head Barista
No.97 LTD
Kingston upon Thames
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported management with tasks such as stock takes and general overseeing of the business including managing bookings and organising training for staff.
- Enhanced brand awareness by participating in promotional events and marketing campaigns such as festivals and trade shows.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly, fostering positive relationships with clientele.
- Provided quality drinks and trained other staff.
- My hard work and achievements were recognised by the owner and I was swiftly rewarded with a promotion within the company.
Cocktail Bartender & Barista
Olympic Studios
Barnes
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Handled busy morning shifts in the cafe as a barista and also executed top service and high quality cocktails in the venues members club.
- Demonstrated knowledge of drink recipes for improved customer experience.
- Adapted quickly to different situations maintaining efficiency even under pressure.
- Completed end-of-day cleanup to reset the work area for next day.
- Set up bar area daily with clean furniture, supplies and beverage stock for typical bar demands.
Radio DJ/Host
Stafford FM
Stafford
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Volunteered with Stafford FM to gain experience in the music industry which also helped with my course at college.
- Helped to present shows with a team of people which allowed me to build my communication and teamwork skills effectively.
- Gained understanding of technical equipment and software by watching and applying knowledge I have learned during my studies.
Education
BA (Hons) - Live Sound Production
University West London
Ealing, London 01.2017 - 1 2018
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Music Technology
Stafford College
Stafford, Staffordshire 09/2014 - 05/2016
GCSE’s - Music, Physics, Science, Spanish, Design and Technology, Drama, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, GCSE IT, English, Language
Sir Graham Balfour School
Stafford, Staffordshire 09/2009 - 05/2014
Skills
- Good communication
- Teamwork
- Friendly
- Polite
- Enthusiastic
- Reliable
- Responsible
- Honest
- Self-motivation
- Resilience
- Persistence
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Deadline management
Affiliations
- Record Collecting
- Live Music
- Music Production/DJing
- Photography
- Film Making
- Playing football & other sports with friends
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bar/Cafe Manager
No.97 LTD
01.2023 - 09.2025
Bar supervisor/Head Barista
No.97 LTD
06.2022 - 01.2023
Cocktail Bartender & Barista
Olympic Studios
12.2021 - 06.2022
BA (Hons) - Live Sound Production
University West London
01.2017 - 1 2018
Radio DJ/Host
Stafford FM
06.2015 - 06.2017
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma - Music Technology
Stafford College
09/2014 - 05/2016
GCSE’s - Music, Physics, Science, Spanish, Design and Technology, Drama, English Literature, Biology, Chemistry, GCSE IT, English, Language
Sir Graham Balfour School
09/2009 - 05/2014