Steve Huntington
Bedford,Bedfordshire
Summary
Versatile professional with expertise in management, customer service, and sales strategies. Proficient in Microsoft Office, stock control, and recruitment processes, with a proven ability to train and develop staff effectively. Skilled in event management, relationship-building, and adhering to health and safety regulations. Holds a personal alcohol licence and a driver's licence, demonstrating adaptability and proactive initiative. Committed to fostering organisational growth through exceptional time management and strategic planning.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
25
25
years of professional experience
Work history
Cinema Manager
Vue Entertainment
Bedford
2019.06 - 2026.07
- Oversaw operations of a 40-member team
- Managed opening and closing of business operations, including cashing up and banking procedures
- Resolved customer complaints and queries to enhance satisfaction and loyalty
- Conducted hiring and induction processes for new employees
- Monitoring & signing off the employees training progression during the probation period
- Writing the staff roster & processing payroll
- Chaired performance reviews and disciplinary meetings to ensure compliance and team development
- Controlling labour and business costs in line with admissions
- Maintaining high standards of health & safety and food hygiene required by law
- Organised and participated in meetings with staff and management
- Performing as the internal HR manager which included the following duties
Assistant Manager
Nandos
Bedford
2017.05 - 2019.06
- Hired, trained, and reviewed staff progress while managing stock ordering and controlling equipment necessary for business operations.
- Processed staff files manually and electronically to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Ensured health and safety compliance, maintaining a safe working environment for all staff members.
- Handled stock control duties diligently preventing overstocking or shortages.
Deputy/Holding Manager
The Rose
Bedford
2013.01 - 2017.01
- Executed similar duties as in previous role at Nando's
- Developed business plans and coordinated staff for events including Christmas, Halloween, and Bank Holidays
Painter & Decorator
Self Employed/Ella & White (BPHA)
2006.01 - 2013.01
- Liaised with customers to determine work scope and pricing, sourcing materials to ensure high-quality execution aligned with client needs.
- Executed specific job sheets for residential housing projects at Pilgrims Housing Association, completing tasks within set timeframes.
- Completed tasks for Pilgrims Housing Association, contributing to residential housing projects.
- Filed self-assessment tax returns and managed personal accounts.
General Manager
The Hobgoblin
Twickenham
2004.01 - 2005.01
- Established Ltd company, managing all aspects of operations
- Oversaw financial operations, liaising with accountants and managing accounts
- Reading and analysing P&L's and reporting to superiors
- Managed recruitment and performance of staff
- Ensured the business ran smoothly especially during busy periods like rugby events at Twickenham Stadium.
- Dealing with customer complaints, issues and queries
- Managed stock inventory by ordering and monitoring supplies - Ordering, accepting and monitoring/counting on a weekly basis
- Stock control - Ordering, accepting and monitoring/counting on a weekly basis
General Manager
The Hobgoblin
Bedford
2002.01 - 2004.01
Education
HND - Music
Bedford College
1996.01 - 1998.01
GNVQ - Art
Bedford College
1993.01 - 1995.01
GCSEs - undefined
St Thomas More RC
1989.01 - 1992.01
Skills
- Event management
- Management skills
- Sales strategies
- Stock control
- Customer support
- Training development
- Health and safety
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Recruitment expertise
- Time management
- Driver's licence
- Personal alcohol licence
- Relationship-building
- Self-motivation
- Proactive initiative
Certification
1st Aid Certificate (2023-10 - 2026-10)
Affiliations
- Guitar player, family holidays, occasional gamer, sports fan, home cinema enthusiast.
Timeline
Cinema Manager
Vue Entertainment
2019.06 - 2026.07
Assistant Manager
Nandos
2017.05 - 2019.06
Deputy/Holding Manager
The Rose
2013.01 - 2017.01
Painter & Decorator
Self Employed/Ella & White (BPHA)
2006.01 - 2013.01
General Manager
The Hobgoblin
2004.01 - 2005.01
General Manager
The Hobgoblin
2002.01 - 2004.01
HND - Music
Bedford College
1996.01 - 1998.01
GNVQ - Art
Bedford College
1993.01 - 1995.01
GCSEs - undefined
St Thomas More RC
1989.01 - 1992.01