Victor Mendes
Glasgow,United Kingdom
Summary
Friendly and reliable postgraduate student based in the UK, with hands-on experience in bar, floor, kitchen, and customer-facing roles. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments, delivering efficient and welcoming service, and supporting team operations during busy shifts. Recognised for a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a positive attitude under pressure.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Bar staff member
Cervejaria Capapreta
Belo Horizonte
2025.01 - 2025.03
- Served drinks and assisted customers at the bar
- Handled cash and card payments accurately
- Maintained cleanliness of the bar area and glassware
- Supported the team during busy service periods
Event Promoter
Clube Chalezinho
Belo Horizonte
2024.01 - 2024.12
- I worked as an Event Promoter in Belo Horizonte, selling tickets and promoting local concerts and parties.
Bar & Floor Staff Member
Steamworks Brewpub
Vancouver
2022.12 - 2023.02
- Provided fast, friendly service in a busy bar and restaurant environment
- Served drinks and supported floor service during peak hours
- Handled payments accurately and maintained cleanliness of service areas
- Worked effectively as part of a team under pressure.
Kitchen assistant
Chez Douglas Restaurant
Belo Horizonte
2022.02 - 2022.12
- Assisted with food preparation and basic cooking tasks during busy service periods
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety
- Supported smooth kitchen operations in a fast-paced restaurant environment
- Worked closely with chefs and kitchen staff under time pressure
Seller and Warehouse Assistant
Eletroferregans França
Belo Horizonte
2020.01 - 2020.12
- Assisted customers with product selection while accurately processing sales transactions.
- Organised stock and conducted inventory checks to prepare orders for delivery.
- Maintained a clean, organised and safe workspace to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated closely with a small team in a fast-paced retail environment.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Law
Faculdade Milton Campos
Belo Horizonte 2020.01 - 2024.12
Postgraduate -
University of Glasgow
Glasgow 2025.09 -
Skills
- Customer Service
- Communication
- Cash Handling
- Reliability & Punctuality
- Time Management
- Teamwork
- Working Under Pressure
- Maintaining Cleanliness & Hygiene
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced
Spanish
Upper intermediate
Portuguese
Native
WORK ELIGIBILITY
Currently on a UK Student Visa with permission to work up to 20 hours per week during term time. Weekdays after classes and weekends; flexible schedule.
EXCHANGE
- Dec 2022 — Feb 2023
- VanWest College
- Advanced English for Business course at VanWest College, Vancouver, Canada.
COURSES
- Sep 2019 — Dec 2019
- Course in Cooking Skills
- Focused on practical cooking techniques, food preparation, and hygiene.
- Dec 2022 — Feb 2023
- Advanced English for Business Course, VanWest College
- Advanced English for Business course at VanWest College
- Communication Course, VanWest College
- Communication Course at VanWest College
Timeline
Postgraduate -
University of Glasgow
2025.09 -
Bar staff member
Cervejaria Capapreta
2025.01 - 2025.03
Event Promoter
Clube Chalezinho
2024.01 - 2024.12
Bar & Floor Staff Member
Steamworks Brewpub
2022.12 - 2023.02
Kitchen assistant
Chez Douglas Restaurant
2022.02 - 2022.12
Diploma of Higher Education - Law
Faculdade Milton Campos
2020.01 - 2024.12
Seller and Warehouse Assistant
Eletroferregans França
2020.01 - 2020.12