Seren Holliday
Cardiff,Cardiff
Summary
An enthusiastic student aiming to build on pre-existing skills in a profession capacity. I'm strongly self-motivated and can learn quickly on my feet to effectively in multidisciplinary teams. Known for an optimistic and engaging approach to problem solving, with a personable demeanour supported by excellent social and communication skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Waitress
Victoria Inn
Roch, Pembrokeshire
2025.08 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities for prompt delivery of orders.
- Improved guest satisfaction with professional and friendly communication skills to create a hospitable environment.
- Attended tables regularly to check customer needs were met, swiftly addressing any customer concerns and clearing dishes appropriately.
- Washed up kitchen utilities and dishes to maintain a productive and sanitary kitchen.
- Assisted kitchen staff by preparing desserts and organising sauces for each dish, showing extensive understand of the menu and effective utilisation of the ordering system.
- Undertook deep cleaning during less intense shifts to remain proactive and maintain high food hygiene standards.
Education
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
University of Cardiff
Cardiff 2025.09 -
Monmouth School
Monmouthshire 2017.09 - 2025.06
Skills
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Hygiene regulations compliance
- Hospitality focused mindset
- Adaptable and quick to learn nature
- Optimistic and problem solving
- Friendly and personable
- Online tutoring
Affiliations
- Enjoy sports such as Lacrosse, Football, Boxing, I also do a lot of dancing in my spare time.
- Grown up by the coast so adore Sea-swims, Coasteering, Paddle-boarding, spending time outdoors.
- Avid reader and writer, currently enjoying stream of consciousness novels and biomedical non-fiction.
- Longstanding interest in herbal teas and alternative medicine- current favourite is a mint, lemon balm, ginseng and eucalyptus tea!
Roles of Responsibility
Currently holding:
- Year 1 Social Representative for Cardiff MedSoc- create and organise social events for my peers, developing confidence, time and people management and social skills.
Previously held:
- Cadet Regimental Sergeant Major- most senior rank within my 5 year Cadetship, developed my resilience and leadership skills.
- Peer Mentor- during Year 12-13 spent time mentoring younger pupils- developing compassion and empathy for those in years beneath me.
Timeline
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
University of Cardiff
2025.09 -
Waitress
Victoria Inn
2025.08 - Current
Monmouth School
2017.09 - 2025.06