Rianna Lyla Premachandra
Leeds
Summary
I am a motivated individual with experience in customer service and volunteer work. I have a proven ability to communicate effectively and organise tasks efficiently, with strong skills in independent work and quick learning. I'm currently seeking a role that fits alongside my studies, where I can contribute positively to a team and apply my transferable skills across a variety of positions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Self Employed
Cat-Sitting
Nottingham
01.2024 - 09.2025
- Provided reliable care for multiple clients' cats, including feeding, play, cleaning, and medication when required
- Maintain clear communication and regular updates with clients
- Manage keys, instructions, and home access responsibly
- Work independently with strong time-management and planning skills
- Apply animal-care awareness, including noticing signs of poor health
- Demonstrate flexibility, trustworthiness and a high level of responsibility
Front of House Team and Kitchen Staff
The Mulberry Tree Cafe
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Prepared and packaged food, followed recipes, and maintained quality standards
- Served customers and supported busy service in a fast-paced environment
- Operated kitchen equipment, washed dishes, and upheld hygiene routines and standards
- Adapted to irregular hours, solved problems quickly, and worked independently as well as in a team
- Built strong customer service, communication, and teamwork skills
Volunteer sales assistant
Oxfam charity shop
Nottingham
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted customers and supported daily shop operations
- Sorted, priced, and organised donated stock
- Handled transactions and till operations
- Maintained clean, organised displays and restocked items
- Built strong customer service, communication, and teamwork skills
- Worked independently and adapted to changing shop needs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Leeds
Leeds 09.2025 -
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Maths
The Beckett Sixth Form
Nottingham 09.2021 - 06.2023
GCSEs -
Nottingham Girls' High School
Nottingham 09.2019 - 06.2021
Skills
- Problem-solving and resourcefulness
- Basic mathematics
- Positive attitude
- Customer service
- Initiative and communication
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Adaptability
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Dependability
- Food safety standards
Affiliations
- Baking & Cookery
- Netball
Certification
- Full UK Driving License
- Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene for Catering Qualification
Accomplishments
- A brown belt in Shotokan Karate
- Duke of Edinburgh Bronze & Silver Award
- Trinity College Grade 6 Drum certificate
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Leeds
09.2025 -
Self Employed
Cat-Sitting
01.2024 - 09.2025
A-Levels - Biology, Chemistry, Maths
The Beckett Sixth Form
09.2021 - 06.2023
Front of House Team and Kitchen Staff
The Mulberry Tree Cafe
09.2021 - 06.2022
GCSEs -
Nottingham Girls' High School
09.2019 - 06.2021
Volunteer sales assistant
Oxfam charity shop
01.2019 - 01.2020