Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Timeline
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Sally Watson

Thornaby,Stockton-on-Tees

Summary

A dedicated professional with expertise in cost-cutting for food budget optimisation and exceptional multitasking aptitude. Demonstrates strong communication skills within team environments and proficient in POS system usage. Known for personal resilience and time management efficiency, aiming to leverage these competencies towards achieving organisational goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Waitress/Bartender

Sotano Ltd
York, North Yorkshire
10.2024 - 08.2025
  • Greeted and seated guests warmly, creating an inviting ambience right from their entrance into the venue.
  • Complied with all health and safety regulations diligently, ensuring safe work practices at all times.
  • Managed cash transactions and ensured accurate billing.
  • Served drinks to customers when in a fast-paced environment
  • Frequently up-selling specialty dishes and drinks when seating customers.

Chef de partie

Sotano Ltd
York, North Yorkshire
09.2023 - 08.2024
  • Worked with other chefs as a team for special events or buffets.
  • Incorporated seasonal produce into menus for freshness and variety.
  • Adhered strictly to food hygiene regulations, ensuring safe preparation at all times.
  • Adapted quickly under high-pressure situations to deliver consistent results.

Shop floor assistant

Waitrose & Partners
Hexham, Northumberland
04.2022 - 04.2023
  • Handled customer queries promptly for increased satisfaction levels.
  • Created welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers warmly upon arrival when on the welcome desk.
  • Improved store layout based on customer behaviour and preferences.
  • Processed returns and exchanges to maintain high level of customer service.
  • Replenished floor stock and processed deliveries promptly, maximising product availability for customers.

Karate instructor

Seiken Ryu Karate Association
Prudhoe, Northumberland
09.2019 - 07.2022
  • Managed administrative tasks including scheduling classes and collecting fees.
  • Instructed students in karate, fostering discipline and respect.
  • Facilitated character building lessons intertwined with martial arts techniques.
  • Identified areas for improvement within the class structure, optimising learning experiences.

Education

Bachelors Degree - Marketing

York St John University
York
09.2022 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Chemistry - C

Prudhoe Community High School
Prudhoe
09.2020 - 08.2022

A-Levels - Sociology - B

Prudhoe Community High School
York
09.2020 - 08.2022

A-Levels - Biology - C

Prudhoe Community High School
Prudhoe
09.2020 - 08.2022

A-Levels - EPQ - Extended Project Qualification - A*

Prudhoe Community High School
Prudhoe
09.2020 - 08.2022

GCSEs - English, Maths and Sciences

Prudhoe Community High School
Prudhoe
09.2017 - 08.2022

Skills

  • Cost-cutting for food budget optimisation
  • Multitasking aptitude
  • Communication as a team
  • POS system usage
  • Personal resilience
  • Time management efficiency

Certification

DBS Certificate - 2020

Level 1 - Coaching

Volunteering with NCS - 2020

Accomplishments

Captain of multiple sports throughout education - Football, Rounders, Netball, Cricket

Achieved awards in maths, P.E., and Chemistry when in school

Practiced karate for 10 years and achieved a black belt 3rd dan

Tasked with training new employees in the kitchen, and when waitressing

Affiliations

  • Cooking and baking
  • Music - playing and listening
  • Exercise

Timeline

Waitress/Bartender

Sotano Ltd
10.2024 - 08.2025

Chef de partie

Sotano Ltd
09.2023 - 08.2024

Bachelors Degree - Marketing

York St John University
09.2022 - 06.2025

Shop floor assistant

Waitrose & Partners
04.2022 - 04.2023

A-Levels - Chemistry - C

Prudhoe Community High School
09.2020 - 08.2022

A-Levels - Sociology - B

Prudhoe Community High School
09.2020 - 08.2022

A-Levels - Biology - C

Prudhoe Community High School
09.2020 - 08.2022

A-Levels - EPQ - Extended Project Qualification - A*

Prudhoe Community High School
09.2020 - 08.2022

Karate instructor

Seiken Ryu Karate Association
09.2019 - 07.2022

GCSEs - English, Maths and Sciences

Prudhoe Community High School
09.2017 - 08.2022
Sally Watson