Tanis Blackburn
Manchester
Summary
Dedicated and versatile individual with a strong background in engineering, first aid, and water sports, including sailing, kayaking, canoeing, and rowing. Demonstrates exceptional leadership as a coxswain-level rower with expertise in boat handling and crew coordination. Proven ability to foster teamwork and discipline through participation in multi-day camps and national events. Experienced competitive swimmer representing England internationally and currently competing at the university level. Skilled musician proficient in guitar, piano, and bass with years of self-taught practice. Committed to volunteer work, including fundraising for war veterans through 'Help for Heroes'. Trusted role model with roles such as Prefect and Peer Mentor during High School. Driven individual with knack for teamwork and excellent organisational skills, demonstrating proficiency in food preparation and kitchen safety protocols. Strong communication and time-management abilities, ensuring smooth kitchen operations. Committed to contributing to well-coordinated and productive kitchen environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Kitchen Assistant
Llieno's Pizza Company
Salford , Greater Manchester
2022.01 - 2024.09
Started out as a Pot Washer at 16 years old and progressed through hard work and dedication to become a lead pizza maker. Often the responsibilities of running the kitchen alone on busy days were given to me, whilst working with waiting staff to ensure food was made quickly and to an impeccable standard.
- Assisted in inventory management to avoid food wastage.
- Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency.
- Unloaded deliveries promptly for immediate storage and use of fresh produce.
- Helped implement a new system for organising stock which increased ease of access.
Service Colleague
Asda
Manchester
2023.12 - 2024.01
Worked at Asda during Christmas holidays, managing 9 to 12-hour shifts. Stocking shelves, assisting customers and organising stock.
Demonstrated dedication by working weekends and bank holidays, with early starts before 7 and late finishes after 10.
Received offer for full-time position due to exceptional performance.
Declined full-time role to concentrate on A Levels.
Education
LLB Bachelor of Law Degree
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool 2023.09 -
A-Levels - Law , Psychology , History
Pendleton Sixth Form College
Salford 2021.09 - 2023.05
GCSEs -
Moorside High School
Manchester 2016.09 - 2021.05
Skills
Sea Cadets Member 2019-2021
- Completed qualifications in Engineering, First Aid, Sailing, Kayaking, Canoeing, and Rowing
- Attained Coxswain-level competency for rowing (in charge of boat handling and crew coordination)
- Built strong teamwork and discipline through multi-day camps and national events
- Took Part in volunteer work for "Help for Heroes", raising money for war veterns
Competitive Swimmer 2012-Present
- Swam competitivley my whole life for my local club, and regional club
- Competed in Germany with my club representing England
- Currently swim with my University
Musician
- Self trained musician in the likes of guitar, piano and bass Playing for a several years at a competent level
Sports
- Enjoy casual sports weekly, primarliry tennis sessions and football
Timeline
Service Colleague
Asda
2023.12 - 2024.01
LLB Bachelor of Law Degree
Liverpool John Moores University
2023.09 -
Kitchen Assistant
Llieno's Pizza Company
2022.01 - 2024.09
A-Levels - Law , Psychology , History
Pendleton Sixth Form College
2021.09 - 2023.05
GCSEs -
Moorside High School
2016.09 - 2021.05