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Education
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Tom Burley

Tom Burley

Birkby,Huddersfield

Summary

During my academic journey, I have developed a keen interest in psychology and it's many fields. I believe I have developed some key skills whilst completing my studies which would therefore allow me to pursue a career in this profession. I have a solid understanding of the key psychological guidelines as well as having a strong foundation using both quantitative and qualitative research methods. I have developed both the ability of working independently and collaboratively in a team, whilst being committed to continuously learn and develop new skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Bar Staff and General Front Of House

Magic Rock Tap Holmfirth
Holmfirth
06.2022 - Current
  • My primary roles within this job are to provide excellent customer service of drinks and food, as well as provide detailed knowledge of the various drinks that are available.
  • Consulted with customers in order to provide recommendations to fit their drinks preferences.
  • Demonstrated a wide range of knowledge on all products on the menu to answer any customer questions.
  • Memorised different flavours, strengths and backgrounds of a variety of beers.
  • Ensured and maintained cleanliness in all high risk and public areas including bar and kitchen surfaces.
  • Inputted orders into POS system efficiently, especially during peak hours.
  • Performed closing duties such as sanitising and restocking products.
  • Prepared and served both hot and cold food.
  • Changed both kegs and cask barrels when needed.
  • Made cocktails for customer enjoyment.
  • Managed customer disputes effectively

Bar staff and General Front of House

Magic Rock Taproom
Huddersfield
06.2022 - 01.2025
  • My roles in this job are the same as outlined above.
  • Reference: James Stafford (Bar manager)- 07972228899
  • Type of employment: part time
  • Reason for leaving: company went into administration

Bar staff and General Front of House

Newcastle United Hospitality Staff
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • My primary duties in this role were providing excellent customer service to guests before, during and after major events held at St James Park. This included various sporting events and concerts.
  • Worked in a faced past environment with a clear emphasis on quick service.
  • Learn the wide range of food and drink options including wine, spirits and non-alcoholic options.
  • Provide recommendations to customers based off their preferences.
  • I had to be adaptable and move across various bars over the shift if certain areas were busier than others.
  • Set up duties such as filling ice or restocking shelves.
  • Closing duties such as cleaning all surfaces and mopping all floors.

Voluntary Work

National Citizen Service (NCS)
Halifax
06.2018 - 07.2018
  • Planned and delivered a social action programme.
  • Worked well in a team in which we repaired and painted rows of run down fencing.
  • Replaced and repaired many outdoor features such as gutters and gates.
  • Catered to the general needs of a group of elders in need of assistance.

Education

MSC - Sport and Exercise psychology

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
09.2024 - 09.2025

BSC - Psychology

Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne
09.2020 - 06.2023

A Level Qualifications -

Greenhead College
Huddersfield, Kirklees
09.2018 - 06.2020

GCSE Qualifications -

The Crossley Health Grammar School
Halifax, Calderdale
09.2013 - 06.2018

Skills

  • Excellent time management
  • Highly proactive and always willing to learn
  • Happy to work both on my own and in a team
  • Use of psychological research methods including both quantitative and qualitative This includes conducting the research, handling the data and also reporting key findings
  • Solid understanding of key ethical guidelines
  • Previously completed risk assessments

Affiliations

  • I enjoy keeping fit by playing sport and going to the gym. I am also a keen sports fan and frequently enjoy attending live matches.

Accomplishments

In 2023, I completed the Great North Run whilst simultaneously raising over £700 for Breast Cancer Now. As someone who had never really ran before, this was a proud moment to complete this half marathon whilst raising money for a charity close to my family.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

MSC - Sport and Exercise psychology

Northumbria University
09.2024 - 09.2025

Bar staff and General Front of House

Newcastle United Hospitality Staff
05.2023 - 06.2024

Bar Staff and General Front Of House

Magic Rock Tap Holmfirth
06.2022 - Current

Bar staff and General Front of House

Magic Rock Taproom
06.2022 - 01.2025

BSC - Psychology

Northumbria University
09.2020 - 06.2023

A Level Qualifications -

Greenhead College
09.2018 - 06.2020

Voluntary Work

National Citizen Service (NCS)
06.2018 - 07.2018

GCSE Qualifications -

The Crossley Health Grammar School
09.2013 - 06.2018

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