Stuart Smith
Gosport,Hampshire
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong foundation in communication proficiency, conflict resolution, and critical decision making. Demonstrates exceptional skills in de-escalation strategies, effective negotiation, and investigative interviewing. Committed to maintaining integrity and building public trust through proactive community engagement and cultural awareness. Proficient in the use of police software and knowledgeable in legal codes, ensuring attention to detail in all criminal investigations. Aspires to leverage expertise in tactical communication and teamwork to enhance public safety and community relations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work history
Head chef
Cob and Pen Pub
Fareham, Hampshire
10.2025 - Current
- Managed all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring smooth operation.
- Directed the preparation of special dishes for events and holidays.
- Oversaw quality control measures, maintained consistency across all dishes served.
- Ensured high-quality dishes with meticulous attention to detail.
- Assisted restaurant manager in cost control strategies implementation.
- Developed seasonal menus to offer variety and freshness in dishes served.
- Maintained exemplary hygiene standards in the kitchen area.
- Implemented new recipes for enhanced menu diversity.
- Adhered to strict dietary guidelines from customers, ensuring satisfaction.
Dog trainer
Tier 1 Dog Training
Gosport, Hampshire
09.2024 - Current
- Improved communication between owners and pets through effective training methods.
- Handled difficult canine behaviours calmly ensuring no harm was inflicted upon self or others present during session.
- Advised clients on safe practices at home reducing instances of accidents involving their pets.
- Delivered one-on-one training to dogs with behavioural issues for improved socialisation skills.
- Employed interactive games as part of dog training activities providing a fun-filled experience for both owner and pet alike.
- Organised group classes promoting social interaction amongst dogs whilst reducing anxiety levels.
- Enhanced dog obedience by implementing positive reinforcement techniques.
- Created personalised training plans, resulting in tailored approach for each dog's needs.
- Ensured safety of dogs during training sessions.
- Fostered an environment conducive to learning with patience and consistency.
- Evaluated animals to determine temperaments, abilities and aptitude for training.
Police officer
Ministry of Defence Police
Reading, West Berkshire
09.2009 - 09.2024
- Conducted thorough investigations into reported crimes, resulting in successful resolution.
- Exercised discretion and judgment when applying laws, resulting in fair outcomes.
- Improved team efficiency by providing hands-on training sessions.
- Fostered trust and cooperation with the local community through outreach programmes.
- Utilised negotiation skills to defuse volatile situations peacefully.
- Adhered strictly to legal regulations whilst conducting duties, ensuring professionalism.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues in multi-agency task forces to resolve cases.
- Upheld high ethical standards when dealing with sensitive information.
- Provided security at large-scale events, minimising potential threats effectively.
- Demonstrated strong leadership in managing diverse teams during operations.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations, leading calm and effective negotiations with suspects to diffuse highly charged situations.
- Kept sensitive intelligence safe and secure from unauthorised access.
- Protected life and property by enforcing UK laws and regulations.
- Attended emergencies quickly, remaining calm and professional under pressure.
- Wrote and submitted reports concerning police activities and investigations.
Police officer
Metropolitan Police Service
Wandsworth, South West London
06.1998 - 09.2009
- Assisted in reducing drug-related offences within the community by proactive policing.
- Coordinated with social services agencies to assist vulnerable individuals.
- Ensured victim care and support throughout investigation processes, fostered goodwill.
- Demonstrated strong leadership in managing diverse teams during operations.
- Conducted thorough investigations into reported crimes, resulting in successful resolution.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues in multi-agency task forces to resolve cases.
- Maintained public order by patrolling designated areas.
- Adhered strictly to legal regulations whilst conducting duties, ensuring professionalism.
- Intervened promptly during disturbances at public gatherings, restored peace swiftly.
- Prepared detailed case reports for use in court proceedings.
- Provided security at large-scale events, minimising potential threats effectively.
- Improved team efficiency by providing hands-on training sessions.
- Upheld high ethical standards when dealing with sensitive information.
- Exercised discretion and judgment when applying laws, resulting in fair outcomes.
- Utilised negotiation skills to defuse volatile situations peacefully.
- Responded to emergency calls for immediate intervention and support.
- Performed risk assessments prior to executing search warrants, ensured safety.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations, leading calm and effective negotiations with suspects to diffuse highly charged situations.
- Gathered evidence carefully at crime scenes, enforcing forensic procedure adherence for accuracy.
- Diffused potentially volatile situations by employing proven de-escalation and conflict management techniques.
- Protected life and property by enforcing UK laws and regulations.
- Produced comprehensive crime reports with meticulous attention to detail.
- Acquired and served warrants for arrests, searches or other purposes.
- Arrested and transported suspects to police stations or holding cells.
- Supported rescue efforts in emergency situations by directing traffic, administering emergency medical aid and removing people from dangerous areas.
- Used proven interview techniques to garner reliable evidence and statements from victims, witnesses and suspects.
- Provided visible presence in inner-city areas, deterring crime through on-foot and mobile patrol duties.
- Supported large public gatherings by stewarding and patrolling public areas.
- Offered empathy and support to victims whilst professionally handling suspects in line with Police and Criminal Evidence Act.
- Attended emergencies quickly, remaining calm and professional under pressure.
- Wrote and submitted reports concerning police activities and investigations.
- Prepared crime reports and case files, delivering documentation to Public Prosecution Service (PPS).
- Patrolled residential areas for optimised community safety.
- Kept public peace during protests, strike action and high-profile events.
- Arrested and interviewed suspected criminals, clearly outlining legal rights.
- Developed community knowledge to identify and address at-risk individuals and locations.
- Offered compassionate victim support for minimised distress and upset.
- Demonstrated crowd control, site patrolling and access management at large-scale community events.
- Aided investigations through strategic interviewing and statement taking of victims, suspects, witnesses and informants.
- Determined and pursued criminal suspects for warning and arrest.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Education and Training
Maxam Training Ltd
11.2017 - 11.2017
A-Levels - Police Training
Hendon Police College
North London 06.1998 - 10.1998
Skills
- Communication proficiency
- Patience and restraint
- Professional composure
- Patience and tolerance
- Integrity maintenance
- Proactive community engagement
- Public trust building
- Knowledge of legal codes
- Use of police software
- Tactical communication
- Cultural awareness
- Attention to Detail
- Conflict Resolution
- De-escalation strategies
- Effective negotiation
- Critical decision making
- Teamwork
- Investigative interviewing
- Interviewing techniques
- Criminal investigation
Affiliations
- Volunteer dog trainer, Basingstoke and District Dog Training Club
Timeline
Head chef
Cob and Pen Pub
10.2025 - Current
Dog trainer
Tier 1 Dog Training
09.2024 - Current
NVQ Level 3 - Education and Training
Maxam Training Ltd
11.2017 - 11.2017
Police officer
Ministry of Defence Police
09.2009 - 09.2024
Police officer
Metropolitan Police Service
06.1998 - 09.2009
A-Levels - Police Training
Hendon Police College
06.1998 - 10.1998