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Stirling Brooks

Uckfield,United Kingdom

Summary

Dynamic professional with a strong foundation in communication, team collaboration, and organisational skills. Proven ability to excel under pressure while delivering exceptional customer service. With over 5+ years experience in hospitality, currently seeking to complement the current coaching position at Chelsea FC with additional responsibilities in the sector.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Sessional Coach

Chelsea FC
, East Sussex
03.2026 - Current
  • Delivering football sessions for a wide range of age groups across Sussex.
  • Responsible for planning, setting up and delivering my own sessions.
  • Introducing new drills into practice routines and increasing proficiency in game tactics.
  • Prioritised safety during all training sessions by enforcing strict adherence to guidelines and procedures.

Business Development Manager

Capital On Tap
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
08.2024 - 02.2026
  • Learning within the sales academy about business and the product.
  • Manage a portfolio of clients from businesses across the UK.
  • Cold calls to Directors of businesses across the UK- improving my communication, negotiation, objection handling and quick thinking skills.
  • In December 2024, I was promoted from ‘Junior Business Development Manager' to ‘Business Development Manager'.

Assistant manager

Uckfield Grasshoppers U18's
Uckfield, East Sussex
09.2024 - 03.2025
  • Assist the head coach with weekly training sessions, providing high-quality coaching drills for young adults to enhance their technical and tactical skills.
  • Assist on matchdays by helping with team selection, match tactics, warm-up preparation and delivery and in-game coaching techniques.
  • Lead a group of 16 players- being a role model and setting a good example.
  • Work with members of the club's staff, including the welfare officer, first aiders and fellow coaches.

Food and Beverage Assistant

Holiday Inn
Eastleigh, United Kingdom
08.2023 - 06.2024
  • Running breakfast service for the hotel by serving guests, taking orders, and making drinks.
  • Maintained cleanliness in the dining area, which contributed to a pleasant atmosphere.
  • This role was alongside my studies at university.

Hospitality Assistant

Hap Solutions Agency
Reading
04.2021 - 06.2024
  • Assisted in various venues for the agency, including Reading Festival and Camp Bestival.
  • Served customers and prepared drinks efficiently.
  • Exhibited respect and friendliness while providing assistance where needed.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in high-pressure situations.

Food and Beverage Assistant

Buxted Park Hotel
Buxted, East Sussex
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Serve dinner for weddings, events and conferences.
  • Help with maintaining the cleanliness of the hotel.
  • Set up and clear down the rooms fit for weddings, breakfast and conferences.
  • Maintained clear communication with guests and kitchen staff for smooth service delivery.

Warehouse/Coaching Roles

TR Fastenings
, East Sussex
03.2017 - 09.2023

Developed independence and communication skills in warehouse and coaching roles to enhance adaptability in various sectors.

Education

Uckfield College
Uckfield, United Kingdom
09.2013 - 08.2018

NCFE LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA - SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY (OUTDOORS)

South Downs College Lewes
Lewes, United Kingdom
09.2018 - 09.2020

BSc (hons) - Football Studies Degree

Solent University
Southampton, United Kingdom
09.2021 - 05.2024

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Team collaboration
  • Organizational skills
  • Football expertise
  • Talent identification
  • Customer service
  • Independent work

Languages

English (fluent)
Spanish (Intermediate)

References

  • Kevin, Braybrook, Lecturer at Solent University, Kevin.Braybrook@solent.ac.uk, Solent University
  • David, Webber, Lecturer at Solent University, david.webber@solent.ac.uk, Solent University
  • Karl, Taupitz, Sales Manager at Capital On Tap, karl.taupitz@capitalontap.com, Capital On Tap

Awards/Qualifications

PFSA- Introduction Into Football Scouting, PFSA- Level 1 Talent Identification In Football, PFSA- Level 2 Talent Identification In Football (Ongoing), ‘The FA Playmaker’ Award, FA Safeguarding Children For Committee Members, FA Safeguarding For All, FA Safeguarding Children In Football, FA Introduction To Futsal, FA Sudden Cardiac Arrest, FA Introduction To First Aid In Football, Introduction To Coaching Football

Timeline

Sessional Coach

Chelsea FC
03.2026 - Current

Assistant manager

Uckfield Grasshoppers U18's
09.2024 - 03.2025

Business Development Manager

Capital On Tap
08.2024 - 02.2026

Food and Beverage Assistant

Holiday Inn
08.2023 - 06.2024

BSc (hons) - Football Studies Degree

Solent University
09.2021 - 05.2024

Hospitality Assistant

Hap Solutions Agency
04.2021 - 06.2024

NCFE LEVEL 3 EXTENDED DIPLOMA - SPORT AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY (OUTDOORS)

South Downs College Lewes
09.2018 - 09.2020

Food and Beverage Assistant

Buxted Park Hotel
01.2018 - 01.2020

Warehouse/Coaching Roles

TR Fastenings
03.2017 - 09.2023

Uckfield College
09.2013 - 08.2018
Stirling Brooks