Sonya Gadher
London/ Portsmouth
Summary
- I believe I am a competitive team member who loves working in a team, meeting new people and listening to and sharing new ideas!
- As a dedicated and enthusiastic individual, I possess a strong work ethic and commitment which makes me an ideal candidate in the workplace.
- Currently I am a student at the University of Portsmouth enrolling in the course International Relations and Languages.
- My capability to adapt to new environments and collaborate with team members means I can effectively share new ideas whilst being open to learning new skills.
- Volunteering is a great priority for me. Hence, I believe in using my time and resources to support those in need.
- In the past, I have donated to ADHD charities like "Mind", and fed less- fortunate communities in India. I am committed to making a positive difference, something I care deeply about,
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista
Gail's Bakery
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Worked at Gail’s Bakery during the summer of university, where I was trained as a barista so learnt to prepare a range of drinks including lattes, cappuccinos, and flat whites.
- Operated professional espresso machines, ground coffee beans, and steamed milk to the correct texture.
- Maintained speed and accuracy during busy morning rushes while ensuring consistency and quality in every drink.
- Delivered fast, friendly customer service under the pressure of working for a highly reputable company.
- Improved customer service skills
Bar staff
Hornsey Cricket Ground
01.2025 - 06.2025
- I was responsible for serving customers and pouring drinks, often working independently in busy periods.
- Helped to organize special events at the bar.
- prepared alcoholic and non alcoholic beverages using fine presentation including wine, cocktails and pouring pints of beer
- Restocked and tidy fridges
- Working largely on my own taught me independence, time management, and organization skills
Customer Assistant
Morrisons
01.2024 - 05.2024
- While studying at university, I worked part-time at Morrisons as a Customer Assistant, where I provided friendly and efficient service to customers on the shop floor and at the tills.
- Balancing this role alongside my studies and a second job taught me how to manage my time effectively, stay organised, and remain reliable under pressure.
- Maintained a clean, organised workspace for the checkout area.
Receptionist
The Vale Practice
01.2023 - 08.2023
- After leaving college I worked full time for 8 months as a receptionist in a GP practice.
- I learned how to manage appointments, handle confidential information, and support patients in a calm and respectful manner.
- This experience taught me how vital the receptionist role is in helping the practice run smoothly and in making patients feel welcomed and cared for
Kitchen Assistant
Wetherspoons
01.2022 - 01.2023
- I was in the public eye, serving customers on busy evenings, but persevering through stressful times, I developed patience and organisation
- Here, I have also learned the importance of communication and listening as a team
- Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
- Performed regular checks on refrigerator temperatures
- Prepared ingredients for increased speed of cooking process.
- Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
Sales Assistant
London Trimmings
07.2022 - 08.2022
- I worked in a fashion trimmings company during the summer.
- My communication and customer service skills were greatly improved as serving and assisting the public played a significant part of my role.
- directing customers when they required specific things
- organising displays and shelves according to colour and material as presentation was a priority
Administrative role
The Vale Practice
06.2021 - 08.2021
- My duties included sorting through patient files, putting them in order and labelling them.
- Since working as an admin assistant at The Vale Practice, I have obtained strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a calm, approachable manner.
- This first job role I undertook at the age of 16 helped me receive a true taste of being in the workplace and pushed me harder to persevere in order to be a part of a team
Education
Ba - International Relations and Spanish
University of Portsmouth
A-Levels - Psychology
Woodhouse College
A-Levels - Spanish
Woodhouse College
A-Levels - Biology
Woodhouse College
GCSEs - 7-8 including maths, English Lit & Lang, Combined Science, Spanish, Geography, English Literature, Information Communication Technology, English Language, Mathematics, Food Tech
Palmers Green High School
Skills
- Barista
- Qualified first aider
- Drama and theatre
- Public speaking
- Swimming
- Microsoft Word/Excel
- Till operation
- Spanish speaking
- Customer service experience
- Warehouse Experience - picking and packing
- Beer tap operation
- Pub safety procedures
Accomplishments
Brown Belt in Shaolin Kung Fu
Grade 3 Piano
Swimming- 3000 metres, sponsored
Grade 4 LAMDA Drama
Affiliations
- Swimming
- Yoga
- football
- learning languages
- Skiing
- Drama and Public speaking
- Travelling
- Kung Fu
Certification
Driving License
Provisional license
First Aid certificate
Languages
Spanish
Advanced
Timeline
Barista
Gail's Bakery
06.2025 - 09.2025
Bar staff
Hornsey Cricket Ground
01.2025 - 06.2025
Customer Assistant
Morrisons
01.2024 - 05.2024
Receptionist
The Vale Practice
01.2023 - 08.2023
Sales Assistant
London Trimmings
07.2022 - 08.2022
Kitchen Assistant
Wetherspoons
01.2022 - 01.2023
Administrative role
The Vale Practice
06.2021 - 08.2021
A-Levels - Psychology
Woodhouse College
A-Levels - Spanish
Woodhouse College
A-Levels - Biology
Woodhouse College
GCSEs - 7-8 including maths, English Lit & Lang, Combined Science, Spanish, Geography, English Literature, Information Communication Technology, English Language, Mathematics, Food Tech
Palmers Green High School
Ba - International Relations and Spanish
University of Portsmouth
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