sarah curr

• Utilised advanced cooking techniques to bring out the best flavours in each dish.
• Developed unique recipes adding creativity to the menu offerings.
• Improved service standards by consistently maintaining high quality food presentation.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and professional service.
• Oversaw inventory management, reducing waste and cutting costs effectively.
• Sourced fresh local ingredients, enhancing meal quality whilst supporting local businesses.
• Negotiated supplier contracts resulting in cost-effective procurement of ingredients and materials.
• Handled complex dietary needs with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Maintained hygienic work environment, ensuring food safety regulations were adhered to.

When my partner and I purchased this business, it had hit rock bottom.Between us we rebuilt this failing business into a highly successful shop.

• Implemented new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Maintained compliance with industry regulations to avoid any legal issues.
• Developed new business opportunities for increased market reach.

Daily routing and planning work loads for seven lorries.

Transferred to Ipswich office which I was in charge of merging two companies together, Hales waste with Biffa Waste.

I organised 24 lorries, I closely worked with all the drivers, planning routes, health and safety which took me on days out in their lorries to detect any problems.

I also was given tasks from head office which included customer complaints which I dealt with quickly,efficently and well mannered.

• Trained junior staff members on industry best practices, helped improve their skill set.
• Secured necessary permits and approvals for transport projects from relevant authorities swiftly without any delays.
• Evaluated existing transport infrastructure, identified areas needing improvement or expansion.

This job role was a mixture of office tasks.

Organising work for 5 lorries.

Quoting daily for big developments

(ie: the rapid expansion of Tescos stores being built, i managed to secure skips with 90% of the builds )

Invoicing

Organised confidential waste collections from American airbases.

• Prepared detailed reports on transportation activities, providing valuable insights into operations.

freelance hairdresser.

Travelled to Australia where I worked for a year hairdressing and exploring the country.

Returned and went self employed again.

• Performed hair consultations to determine suitable styles and treatments for individual clients.
• Enhanced client satisfaction by providing expert hairstyling advice.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills to understand client requirements accurately.