Rueben Ovington
warwick,Warwickshire
Summary
This document is to express my interest in engineering. As shown in my CV, I have consistently worked in a safe, reliable, and team-focused manner, with experience across operational, electrical, and construction environments. I am accustomed to supporting smooth workflow, meeting deadlines, and adapting to changing priorities. I am motivated to contribute positively to the team and develop into a dependable, valued member of the operation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work history
Kitchen staff member
The Fox and Vivian
Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
2025.08 - Current
- Assisted chef in plating dishes beautifully for exceptional presentation.
- Utilised knife skills, improving precision and reducing waste.
- Multi-tasked efficiently to meet strict deadlines.
- Ensured smooth service with effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to follow recipes accurately, resulting in consistent dish quality.
- Demonstrated teamwork by assisting fellow staff during peak hours.
- Prepped ingredients prior to cooking for more efficient service times.
- Inventoried supplies, minimising unnecessary costs on overstocking ingredients.
- Improved kitchen flow by maintaining a clean and organised workspace.
- consistently maintained calm demeanour during peak service hours and high pressure/stress situations
Bar supervisor
The Fox and vivian
Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
2024.02 - Current
- Facilitated menu development by analysing trends and customer preferences.
- Supervised team members to maintain high standards of service delivery.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff, ensuring seamless service during dining hours.
- Addressed challenging customer situations tactfully to minimise disruption.
- Trained staff for improved service quality and professionalism.
- Organised stock inventory to prevent shortages during peak hours.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by managing bar operations efficiently.
- Implemented new cocktail recipes, sparking interest amongst regular customers.
- Demonstrated capability to management, earning trust to execute responsibilities, resulting in promotion to supervisor within first 6 months
Groundworker
Lockmill construction
Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
2022.07 - 2025.08
- Prepared groundworks, resulting in efficient construction processes.
- Conducted routine checks, ensuring overall site safety and compliance with regulations.
- Removed unnecessary debris from sites, maintaining tidy and safe working conditions.
- Conducted manual labour tasks, contributing to team efforts towards project completion.
- Followed architectural plans accurately, ensuring structures were built according to design parameters.
- Worked collaboratively with other tradespeople on-site, fostering a positive teamwork environment.
- Operated heavy machinery to facilitate groundwork operations efficiently.
Customer service assistant
Sainsbury's
Royal Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
2024.11 - 2025.01
- Assisted in the training of new staff members, ensuring consistency in service delivery.
- Prioritised tasks during busy periods for maximised productivity .
- Provided exceptional levels of customer service consistently; creating loyal customers .
- Showcased strong communication skills when explaining promotions or discounts to customers .
- Improved efficiency at checkout by mastering POS system operations quickly.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries for enhanced shopping experience.
- Utilised product knowledge effectively whilst assisting customers with purchases decisions.
Education
GCSEs -
Myton School
Warwick, Warwickshire 2018.09 - 05/2023
A-Levels - BTEC level 3 Extended Diploma in sport
Moreton Morell college- WCG
Warwick, Warwickshire 2023.09 - 06/2025
Skills
- Resilience under stress
- Rapid decision-making
- Collaborative communication
- Positive attitude
- Quick learner
- Customer service excellence
- Flexibility with late hours
- Patience and tolerance
- Efficient time management
- Verbal communication
- Team collaboration
- Organised
- Leadership
- Multi-tasking
Affiliations
- physical fitness and exercise
Timeline
Kitchen staff member
The Fox and Vivian
2025.08 - Current
Customer service assistant
Sainsbury's
2024.11 - 2025.01
Bar supervisor
The Fox and vivian
2024.02 - Current
A-Levels - BTEC level 3 Extended Diploma in sport
Moreton Morell college- WCG
2023.09 - 06/2025
Groundworker
Lockmill construction
2022.07 - 2025.08
GCSEs -
Myton School
2018.09 - 05/2023