Thurstan Manning
Newton Abbot,Devon
Summary
A highly ambitious motivated individual, focussed and determined to be the very best at everything I do. My electrifying personality, outstanding leadership, communication and problem solving skills allow me to be very diverse in the type of workforce I can adapt into. I hold a level 3 personal training and first aid certificate. I flourish in environments where I get to express my personality, share my expertise that result in others success and ensuring clients/members/customers have the best possible experience with me. I am ambitious to put my self into work environments that are going to challenge me and further develop and strengthen my skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Trainee Personal Trainer
TheGymGroup
Newton Abbot, England
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Maintained high safety standards during all training sessions, ensuring client welfare at all times.
- Prioritised clear communication whilst explaining complex exercises to clients of varied fitness levels.
- Devised specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Consulted with clients to define goals and fitness capacity.
- Trained members to practise proper form, posture and technique.
- I loved sharing my own personal story of why/how I fell in love with training and emphasising the endless benefits
- Monitored participants closely to maintain safe exercise practices.
Chef
Toby Carvery
Newton Abbot, Devon
08.2024 - Current
- Created quality desserts with exceptional presentation
- Adhered to strict hygiene standards, ensured a clean working environment.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for enhanced efficiency.
- Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
- Provided excellent service, boosting customer loyalty.
- Received positive feedback from customers, reflecting exceptional culinary skills.
- Worked under pressure during peak hours, maintaining quality of foods served
Bartender
Cofton Holidays
Starcross, Devon
02.2024 - 03.2024
- I loved spending time with customers, getting to know them personally and most of all ensuring that they had the best possible experience with outstanding hospitality.
- Demonstrated knowledge of drink recipes for improved customer experience.
- Handled cash transactions securely minimising risk of theft or fraud.
- Maintained a clean and organised bar, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Resolved any customer complaints promptly to maintain good relationships.
- Managed stock levels efficiently, preventing shortage during peak hours.
- Collected, washed and put away glassware between guests.
Till operator
KFC
Newton Abbot, Devon
02.2023 - 01.2024
- Operated cash registers with proficiency during peak times
- Maintained excellent client satisfaction by providing professional, courteous customer service.
- Kept checkouts areas and general store clean and orderly.
- Handled cash and card payments with precision, maintaining customer confidentiality and satisfaction
- Addressed and resolved customer complaints to maintain customer loyalty and satisfaction.
- Delivered outstanding customer care with proactive sales and listening skills.
- I even got offered a job in sales due to my outstanding customer service
Waiting Staff Member
JD Wetherspoons
Teignmouth, Devon
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
- Cleared, set and restocked tables for quick table turnaround.
- Checked in with customers during meals to check orders were received correctly and met guests' expectations.
- Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.
- Regularly checked on guests to ensure satisfaction, upselling drinks and side orders to increase revenue.
- Kept guest tables neat and tidy by regularly clearing away dirty dishes, used glasses and wiping down surfaces.
General Labourer
Harbron Group LTD
Newton abbot , Devon
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Stored building materials safely and securely, minimising damage and loss.
- Managed day-to-day labour duties including heavy lifting, goods transportation and site maintenance.
- Safely and responsibly transported construction supplies to relevant locations, aiding effective, efficient labouring operations.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments in line with site regulations, eliminating risks and accidents.
- Adhered to site health and safety guidelines, maintaining safe, secure working environments.
- Used shovels or heavy equipment to move different materials based on job needs.
Production Operative
Lorient
Newton Abbot, Devon
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Monitored production equipment, notifying maintenance team of faults or inefficiencies.
- Understood assembly instructions for range of products.
- Independently operated production line equipment.
- Ensuring vents were made correctly and according to expectations
Kitchen Porter
Dainton Golf Club
Daignton, Devon
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
- Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
- Actively inspected food preparation and storage areas, ensuring proper sanitation and cleanliness standards.
- Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
- Utilised storage effectively to keep kitchen equipment and supplies safely and clearly organised.
- Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
Education
C - Maths
Newton Abbot College
Newton Abbot, Devon07.2017
C - English
Newton Abbot College
Newton Abbot, Devon07.2017
Diploma of higher education - Military course level 1
Bicton College
Bicton, Devon02.2019
Certificate of higher education - Security and events
Paignton college
Paignton, Devon01.2018
Certificate of higher education - Public services level 1
Paignton College
Paignton, Devon01.2018
BTEC - BTEC PE
Newton Abbot College
Newton Abbot, Devon07.2017
Distinction - ICT
Newon Abbot College
Newton Abbot, Devon07.2017
C - Drama
Newton Abbot College
Newton abbot, Devon07.2017
C - Geography
Newton Abbot College
Newton Abbot, Devon07.2017
Level2 fitness Instructor level3 personal trainer - Health and fitness
VHF/The gym group
England 05.2024 - 07.2024
Skills
- Personal training
- Designing exercise programmes
- Programme management and development
- First Aid
- Upselling
- Customer service
- Hospitality
- Kitchen work
- Teamwork
- Manual handling
- Asbestos awareness
- Site preparation
- Equipment operation
- Retail experience
- Sports leadership
- Leadership skills
- Outstanding communication
- Warehouse experience
- Production work experience
- Safety compliance
Certification
National Citizen service award
Healthy Active Lifestyle sports award
HABC level 2 in understanding stewarding at spectator events (QCF)
BTEC level 1/Level 2 first award
Certificate of first aid training (VHF)
Level 3 Personal Trainer
Timeline
Chef
Toby Carvery
08.2024 - Current
Trainee Personal Trainer
TheGymGroup
05.2024 - 07.2024
Level2 fitness Instructor level3 personal trainer - Health and fitness
VHF/The gym group
05.2024 - 07.2024
Bartender
Cofton Holidays
02.2024 - 03.2024
Till operator
KFC
02.2023 - 01.2024
Waiting Staff Member
JD Wetherspoons
07.2022 - 08.2022
General Labourer
Harbron Group LTD
05.2020 - 08.2020
Production Operative
Lorient
01.2020 - 03.2020
Kitchen Porter
Dainton Golf Club
02.2019 - 07.2019
C - Maths
Newton Abbot College
C - English
Newton Abbot College
Diploma of higher education - Military course level 1
Bicton College
Certificate of higher education - Security and events
Paignton college
Certificate of higher education - Public services level 1
Paignton College
BTEC - BTEC PE
Newton Abbot College
Distinction - ICT
Newon Abbot College
C - Drama
Newton Abbot College
C - Geography
Newton Abbot College
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