Sara Isaacs
London
Summary
Bringing strong expertise in customer service and event coordination, with skills in time management and delegation. I hold experience in diverse hospitality settings, focusing on teamwork and conflict resolution to enhance guest experiences. Proficient at adapting to dynamic environments and leading teams effectively.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Assistant
CVC Private Equity
London
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Assisted chefs with food preparation, maintaining high-quality plating and presentation standards.
Banquets Team
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Whistler, British Columbia
12.2023 - 12.2025
- Coordinated with management to plan special events and tailored menu offerings.
- Guided small teams in providing exceptional service for a variety of events.
- Served guests at high-volume banquets with attentive, friendly service daily.
- Set up banquet halls by arranging tables and decor precisely.
Server
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
Whistler, British Columbia
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Interview selected server for a loungne throughout the Christmas and New Year’s period.
- Prioritised multiple talks in a dynamic environment, maintaining composure.
- Addressed customer complaints and inquiries promptly to enhance customer satisfaction.
Waitress
Livin' Italy
Leeds
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Opening and closing procedures of the restaurant.
- Stock management and replenishment.
- Use of POS and cash transactions.
- Training of new employees on restaurant policies.
Kitchen Assistant
CVC Private Equity
London
07.2016 - 07.2022
- Meeting and greeting clients.
- Setting up and clearing meeting rooms.
- Assisted with work events and private dinners.
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.
Volunteering
Marataba Conservation Camps
South Africa
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Conservation and tourism.
- Wildlife tracking, collaring and DNA collection.
Front of House
La Bottega Milanese
Leeds
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Food preparation.
- Barista trained.
- Cash and till managment.
Front of House
Blues Recruitment Agency
London
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Serving clinets for both high end private functions and in corporate offices (Sotheby's Auction House, Travers Smith Law Firm.)
Front of House
Gails Bakery
London
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Food preparation.
- Cash and till management.
- Managing customer complaints.
- Online orders team throughout Covid.
- Barista Level 1 training.
Work Experience in Recruitment
Blues Chef Recruitment Agency
London
10.2019 - 11.2019
- Coordinated administrative office tasks, maintaining accurate documentation and organized office records.
Education
GCSEs -
St James Senior Girls School
London07-2016
A Levels - Government and Politics, History, Religious Studies
Fine Arts College
London06-2019
Senior Lacrosse Team -
St James Senior Girls School
London03-2017
Skills
- Food preparation
- Food safety
- Venue setup
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
References
- Anass Ouachene, Manager at Gails Bakery, +44 7424 917147, anassochn@gmail.com
- Alice Dumont, Assistant Banquets Director at Fairmont Chateau Whistler, (604) 902-2806, alice.dumont@fairmont.com
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant
CVC Private Equity
01.2026 - 06.2026
Server
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
12.2024 - 01.2025
Banquets Team
Fairmont Chateau Whistler
12.2023 - 12.2025
Waitress
Livin' Italy
05.2022 - 06.2023
Volunteering
Marataba Conservation Camps
03.2022 - 04.2022
Front of House
La Bottega Milanese
09.2021 - 01.2022
Work Experience in Recruitment
Blues Chef Recruitment Agency
10.2019 - 11.2019
Front of House
Blues Recruitment Agency
09.2019 - 12.2021
Front of House
Gails Bakery
05.2018 - 09.2020
Kitchen Assistant
CVC Private Equity
07.2016 - 07.2022
GCSEs -
St James Senior Girls School
A Levels - Government and Politics, History, Religious Studies
Fine Arts College
Senior Lacrosse Team -
St James Senior Girls School