Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
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Sarah Seymour

Cheltenham,Gloucestershire

Summary

I am a dedicated individual with a strong focus on client satisfaction and professionalism. I demonstrate reliability and dependability in fast-paced environments, specifically on the bar or on the floor and am adept at multitasking while ensuring events run smoothly. I possess a comprehensive understanding of special dietary requirements and excel in both team settings and independent roles. I am dedicated to delivering an exceptional guest experience through exceptional service and meticulous attention to detail, in a range of different work environments.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

School D&T Assistant

Balcarras Academy
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2025 - Current
  • Created all the props for this year's school play alongside the teachers, and used the high-end workshop machinery to do so.
  • Assisted with current student projects by assisting with equipment (laser cutting, 3D printing, using a range of electric saws and drills, etc).
  • The experience has helped me improve my deadline meeting skills when working on bigger projects and allowed me to work creatively in a more professional environment in solo and group settings.

Conference and banqueting team member

Ellenborough Park Hotel
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
08.2023 - Current
  • Deliver food frequently, ensuring prompt service
  • Conducted bar duties supporting drink service
  • Prepare for events, both large and small, to facilitate readiness for the following working day
  • Showcase reliability and flexibility by fulfilling duties during morning and late evening hours
  • Handling general payment transactions plus larger tab fees, showcasing proficiency in financial management and cash handling


School cleaner

Balcarras Academy
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
02.2024 - 10.2024
  • I cleaned different areas of the school effectively to a high standard.
  • I completed my tasks efficiently in my designated time.
  • I created a hygienic environment for the staff and pupils before they arrived.

Charity shop volunteer

Oxfam Bookshop
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
11.2021 - 01.2022
  • Conducted regular inventory checks for up-to-date record keeping.
  • Organised the stock room.
  • Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards throughout the shop floor.
  • Incorporated books into the online shop

Education

A-Levels - Product Design

Balcarras academy
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2023 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Business

Balcarras
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2023 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Environmental Science

Balcarras
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
09.2023 - 06.2025

GCSEs -

Balcarras
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire

Skills

  • Reliability and dependability from working a range of hours in fast-paced environments
  • Comfortable working within a team or by myself, as I have done both in the past
  • Special dietary requirements understanding
  • Client satisfaction focus
  • Professionalism in hospitality
  • Multitasking capability
  • Sanitation regulations compliance

Accomplishments

  • I came 3rd in a national business competition, called The Side Hustle Initiative, where I won £500 for creating and presenting a business idea, with my friend, in front of a room of competitors and a panel of judges. This put me out of my comfort zone and allowed me to showcase my public speaking and teamwork effectively.
  • I also achieved my bronze Duke of Edinburgh award, which also involved teamwork and dedication.
  • This year, I earned employee of the year in my department of conference and banqueting, which reflected the effort I put into the role.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

School D&T Assistant

Balcarras Academy
09.2025 - Current

School cleaner

Balcarras Academy
02.2024 - 10.2024

A-Levels - Product Design

Balcarras academy
09.2023 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Business

Balcarras
09.2023 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Environmental Science

Balcarras
09.2023 - 06.2025

Conference and banqueting team member

Ellenborough Park Hotel
08.2023 - Current

Charity shop volunteer

Oxfam Bookshop
11.2021 - 01.2022

GCSEs -

Balcarras
Sarah Seymour