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Stephen Clarke

York,North Yorkshire

Summary

Experienced and approachable individual with professional, friendly and polite manner. Confident, quick learner comfortable working in fast-paced environments. I'm very punctual & loyal, always willing to help out in any department. Willing to learn new skills that will help a business meet their needs.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
25
25
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Warehouse operative & Driver

Simon Baynes Wholesale
York, North Yorkshire
06.2019 - 12.2024
  • Cleared answer phone & printed off email orders to begin day.
  • As part of a picking team off 7 helped prioritise orders for incoming drivers. In order of Priority timings & logistics.
  • Loaded vehicles using best practices to avoid over-weight or balance issues.
  • On Drivers days off/holidays covered all driving rounds as far as Beverley/Leeds/Harrogate.
  • Maintained safety regulations by enforcing strict adherence to company policies.
  • Carried out stock control and maintained quality standards.
  • Inspected goods upon arrival, reported any discrepancies or damages.
  • Checked invoices against delivered items to ensure accuracy in record keeping.
  • Maintained clean, safe and orderly warehouse space.

Retail worker

The Greengrocer Of Acomb
York, North Yorkshire
05.2018 - 05.2019
  • Started shift by putting all deliveries of fresh fruit & veg away. Ensuring all stock was rotated.
  • Helped with the preparation of salads & some of the hot food offerings.
  • Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost sales
  • Operated cash registers with accuracy and processed cash and card transactions.
  • Minimised stock damage by consistently practising safe and secure stock handling methods.

Hospitality worker

Oscars Wine Bar/Biltmore Bar & Grill
York, North Yorkshire
09.2007 - 07.2017
  • Started off as a glass washer after dropping out of college. Worked my way up to front of house then on to a management roll.
  • Remained flexible to change shift patterns and cover absences with minimal notice.
  • Elevated guest experience by going the extra mile to cater to additional requests.
  • Completed housekeeping duties to maintain clean and orderly Front Of House (FOH) spaces.
  • Prepared event spaces by setting up furniture, linen, cutlery and glassware to uniform presentation standards.
  • Reconciled floats and administered petty cash systems.
  • Cashed up at end of shifts putting money in the safe then setting alarms and locking building accordingly.
  • Actioned special requests to elevate guest stays.
  • Upheld health and safety regulations throughout the premises.
  • Handled guest complaints, resulting in satisfactory resolution.
  • Brought positive can-do attitude and passion for customer service to solve service issues.
  • Communicated effectively with kitchen staff, ensuring timely delivery of orders.
  • Supported executive leadership and office staff by managing operational workflow.

Education

GCSEs -

Archbishop Holgate's School
York
09.2001 - 07.2026

Skills

  • Picking, packing and dispatching
  • Logistics coordination
  • Physical stamina
  • Punctuality assurance
  • Supply replenishment
  • Efficient organisation
  • Monetary transactions

Affiliations

  • Sport
  • reading

Timeline

Warehouse operative & Driver

Simon Baynes Wholesale
06.2019 - 12.2024

Retail worker

The Greengrocer Of Acomb
05.2018 - 05.2019

Hospitality worker

Oscars Wine Bar/Biltmore Bar & Grill
09.2007 - 07.2017

GCSEs -

Archbishop Holgate's School
09.2001 - 07.2026
Stephen Clarke