Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Olufunmilayo Abiodun Ricketts

Essex,City of London

Summary

A dedicated and enthusiastic person. With an extensive experience across varied sectors culminating in enhanced, adaptable knowledge and transferable skills. Proficient in attention to details, dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in timely task completion.Enjoys being part of a successful and effective team and thrives in highly pressured and challenging work environment

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Security officer

1A4 Security Bow Business centre. 153 - 159
Bow Road london, london
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Ensured the protection of people and property on site.
  • Carried out patrols and surveillance to ensure a safe working environment
  • Carrying out access control and bag searches.
  • Ensured timely reporting of incidents and escalating in line with company policy..
  • Maintained consistent site security, enforcing rules, issuing notifications and removing violators.
  • Carried out health and safety risk assessments accurately for reduction of potential hazards.
  • Operated metal detectors proficiently for preventing contraband entry into the premises.

Housekeeping attendant

Deep Kleen Services Ltd
London, London
10.2018 - 12.2023
  • Promoted a clean environment with vacuuming and dusting of all assigned spaces /properties .
  • Ensured safety measures whilst handling hazardous cleaning chemicals.
  • Performed deep-cleaning tasks periodically, ensuring long-term upkeep of property where appropriate
  • Adhered strictly to safety guidelines whilst using cleaning tools and equipment.
  • Removed stains from various surfaces, enhancing overall aesthetics.
  • Noted and communicated any damages, extra dirty units, lost and found items to the supervisor.
  • ensure completion of allocated task to high standard and in a timely manner.

Customer Service Assistant (Part time - Agency)

Argos Warehouse
Basidon
05.2017 - 08.2018
  • Used good product knowledge effectively in resolving customers inquiries and supporting purchases decisions.
  • Organised stock shelves neatly to improve the overall appearance of the shop floor.
  • Showcased strong communication skills when explaining promotions or discounts to customers .
  • Ensured a clean and well organised store area by wiping down counters and fixtures
  • Managed time efficiently during peak hours to limit customer waiting periods.

Catering assistant = Part Time / Agency

First Call Agency
Basildon, Essex
05.2016 - 08.2018
  • Supported head chef in meal planning and menu development to cater to various tastes and dietary needs.
  • Ensured proper food storage in line with food hygiene standard in order to ensure freshness of ingredients and minimise waste.
  • Upheld presentation standards by arranging food items attractively on serving trays and tables.
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area to ensure health and safety regulations were met.

Catering assistant

Metropolitan Police Service
London
07.2006 - 02.2011
  • Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area to ensure health and safety regulations were met.
  • Handled cash transactions with customers, maintaining integrity and accuracy at all times.
  • Replenishing stocks to ensure uninterrupted meal availability.
  • Provided excellent customer service, ensuring satisfaction.
  • Executed food preparation tasks efficiently to meet dining deadlines.
  • listening to customer feedback and utilising such for service improvement

Education

GCSEs - GCSE

Nigerian Model High School
Lagos, Nigeria
09.1976 - 07.1982

Laser Level 2 Award for Door Supervisor - Door Supervision

Laser Learning Awards
London
05.2025 - 05.2025

Skills

  • Interpersonal relations
  • Conflict management and resolution
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Security procedures adherence
  • Security equipment handling
  • Alertness and awareness
  • Patrolling expertise
  • Access control system knowledge
  • Crowd control strategies
  • ID verification process
  • Weapon detection
  • Key handling


Affiliations

  • Reading and Travelling

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Laser Level 2 Award for Door Supervisor - Door Supervision

Laser Learning Awards
05.2025 - 05.2025

Security officer

1A4 Security Bow Business centre. 153 - 159
01.2024 - 01.2025

Housekeeping attendant

Deep Kleen Services Ltd
10.2018 - 12.2023

Customer Service Assistant (Part time - Agency)

Argos Warehouse
05.2017 - 08.2018

Catering assistant = Part Time / Agency

First Call Agency
05.2016 - 08.2018

Catering assistant

Metropolitan Police Service
07.2006 - 02.2011

GCSEs - GCSE

Nigerian Model High School
09.1976 - 07.1982
Olufunmilayo Abiodun Ricketts