Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
References
Timeline
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Simon Englefield

Wellingborough,Northamptonshire

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in communication skills, leadership, and strategic planning. Known for being calm under pressure and excelling in problem-solving and team building. Committed to leveraging these skills to drive organisational success and foster collaborative environments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Warehouse worker

Think3e
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
2010.01 - 2011.09

Coordinated with team members for effective task completion.

Maintained accurate stock records for easy tracking and retrieval of goods.

Completed daily checklists to maintain warehouse cleanliness standards.

Performed manual lifting tasks responsibly, minimising risk of injury on the job site.

Followed health and safety guidelines with diligent use of protective gear.

Nurtured a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication.

Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.

Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.

Catering assistant

Wellingborough food bank (volunteering)
Wellingborough, Northampton
2012.01 - 2013.10

Made fresh meals every day for the homeless.

maintained good hygiene protocols throughout service.

Provided excellent customer service.

Developed new recipes for a diverse culinary experience.

Catering Porter/Assistant/Step up Superviser

Kettering General Hospital
Kettering, Northamptonshire
2013.10 - Current

Delivered Hot food to wards & collected trolleys after service.

Adhered to portion control guidelines whilst serving meals, maintaining cost effectiveness.

Stepped up to supervise when needed, checking each meal at the end of the belt incase theres any allergys and if so is the meal they have ticked suitable.

Sorting out whos doing what jobs through the day and making sure i have enough staff in.

Put all dirty dishes through dishwasher. making sure everythings clean and ready for the next service.

Maintained clean and safe environment by performing daily cleaning tasks.

Implemented hygiene protocols throughout daily duties ensuring safe food handling.

Enhanced customer experience by promptly addressing queries and complaints.

Executed food preparation tasks efficiently to meet service deadlines.

Demonstrated knowledge of dietary restrictions by preparing suitable alternatives as needed.

Maintained cleanliness of kitchen area to ensure health and safety regulations were met.

Prepared high-quality meals for customer satisfaction.

Maintained skills across various kitchen roles, providing support in alternative positions during staff absences.

Managed food delivery processes, maintaining efficient storage solutions and meticulous stock rotation to reduce waste.

Cleaned refrigerators, freezers and dry storage spaces to minimise contamination.

Followed checklists to keep kitchen areas clean, stocked and sanitised.

Restocked chef workstations with fresh supplies throughout shifts.

Greeted all visitors warmly, promoting welcoming

atmosphere.

Collected waste and recycling materials, promoting eco-friendly practices.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - Catering

Northampton College
Northampton
2009.09 - 2011.09

Level 1 Diploma in horticulture - horticulture

Reed Courses
2025.08 - 2025.10

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Strategic planning
  • Team building

Affiliations

  • Football, Tennis, Padel, Swimming, Gym, Gardening.

Certification

Level 1 Diploma in holticulture

NVQ Level 2 in Catering

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Level 1 Diploma in horticulture - horticulture

Reed Courses
2025.08 - 2025.10

Catering Porter/Assistant/Step up Superviser

Kettering General Hospital
2013.10 - Current

Catering assistant

Wellingborough food bank (volunteering)
2012.01 - 2013.10

Warehouse worker

Think3e
2010.01 - 2011.09

NVQ Level 2 - Catering

Northampton College
2009.09 - 2011.09
Simon Englefield