SAMANTHA ARMITAGE

Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes supporting menu changes and seasonal specials.

Provided hands-on support to owner and head chef, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and high quality service delivery.

Assisted in recruiting and training staff, offering practical advice on kitchen standards and hygiene.

Contributed to the success of special events by preparing and presenting food to a high standard, ensuring a positive guest experience.

Successfully operated 3 self catering gites since 2016,overseeing all aspects of daily hospitality and property upkeep.

Delivered exceptional guest experiences through personalised check-ins, warm welcomes and responsive on site support.

Built strong relationships with repeat guests, achieving high levels of customer loyalty and positive feedback.

Coordinated and executed full changeover operations, including cleaning, maintenance and preparing properties to high standards.

Handled end-to-end administration including reservations, bookings and guest communication in both English and French.

Set up an 8 stall livery yard after qualifying as a BHS Animal Instructor.

Specialised in dealing with horses that their owners found hard to handle.

Supported and taught children and adults riding techniques and stable management.

Organised equine events.

Maintained buildings, fencing and grass management