Simon Clarke
Norwich,NORFOLK
Summary
Experienced in private residential house and estate management, demonstrating a strong understanding of the roles involved. Possesses excellent people skills, communication abilities, and guest-facing experience, ensuring trusted and discreet interactions. Skilled in building maintenance, fire safety compliance, and technical property inspection, with effective decision-making capabilities. Proven track record in relationship-building with staff and employers. Career goals include further enhancing expertise in property management while maintaining high standards of service.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Property Operations Manager
Wilderness Reserve
Halesworth, Suffolk
04.2024 - Current
- Manage daily operations to ensure seamless property maintenance and optimal guest satisfaction.
- Delivery of high end guest homes from 1 - 18 bedroom homes to VIP leisure, corporate and large celebrations guests.
- Coordinate contractors and vendors for timely repairs and services delivery.
- Oversee all operating teams including housekeeping, house managers, porters and maintenance teams, maintaining high efficiency and functionality standards.
- Develop operational procedures that enhance efficiency across property management.
Estate manager/House Manager
Florence Minz
Toronto, Ontario
04.2008 - 06.2022
- Managed daily operations of principle residence and additional family homes ensuring seamless functionality and maintenance.
- Trained and supervised all staff including housekeeping, grounds keeping and maintenance, and managed all outside contractors.
- Oversaw all special events including private dinner parties, fundraising dinners, large celebrations and intimate family dining.
- Menu planning and cooking all meals and functions.
- Coordinated schedules for staff and service providers to optimise workflow efficiency.
- Oversaw property upkeep including regular inspections and maintenance scheduling.
- Assisted in planning and executing seasonal preparations for estate and grounds.
- Conducted regular property inspections, ensuring high standards were maintained.
- Managed all estate staff, leading to increased productivity and harmony within team.
Chef/Owner of Simon Clarke Catering & fine dining
Self
Toronto, Ontario
02.2004 - 04.2008
- Developed and executed diverse menus showcasing seasonal ingredients and culinary techniques.
- Developed a high profile loyal client list delivering fine dining residential dinner parties and small corporate functions.
- Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Established relationships with local suppliers to source fresh produce and high-quality ingredients.
- Oversaw event planning and execution, delivering exceptional dining experiences for clients.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Culinary degree
City College Norwich
Norwich 05.1993 - 06.1995
A-Levels - French, Geography, Sports Studies
East Norfolk Sixth Form College
Gorleston-on-Sea, Norfolk 09.1991 - 06.1993
GCSEs - Maths, English, French, Geography, Science, Social Studies, History
Acle High School
Acle, Norfolk 09.1986 - 06.1991
Skills
- Strong understanding of private residential house manager and estate manager role
- Excellent people skills, communication and guest facing experience
- Trusted and discreet approach
- Building maintenance
- Fire safety compliance
- Effective decision making
- Relationship-building with staff and employers
- Technical property inspection
Affiliations
- Fitness, hiking, cycling, dog walking
- Theatre, Art
Certification
Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED - St. Johns Ambulance
Timeline
Property Operations Manager
Wilderness Reserve
04.2024 - Current
Estate manager/House Manager
Florence Minz
04.2008 - 06.2022
Chef/Owner of Simon Clarke Catering & fine dining
Self
02.2004 - 04.2008
NVQ Level 2 - Culinary degree
City College Norwich
05.1993 - 06.1995
A-Levels - French, Geography, Sports Studies
East Norfolk Sixth Form College
09.1991 - 06.1993
GCSEs - Maths, English, French, Geography, Science, Social Studies, History
Acle High School
09.1986 - 06.1991
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