William Smith
Chipping Campden ,Gloucestershire
Summary
Reliable and hardworking graduate with experience across manufacturing, hospitality, legal administration and customer-facing roles. Adaptable, physically fit and quick to learn, with a strong work ethic and a proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments. Available to start immediately and committed to delivering high standards of work as part of a team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Developer
Stockwolds
06.2025 - Current
- Developed validated legal food formula for cooking stock, with aim of making efficient, flavourful, quality stock more accessible for home kitchens.
- Received a grant and mentorship from the North Cotswold District Council and coordinated with food consultants to build HACCP plan and management documents, building a legally compliant food manufacturing business with a food hygiene rating of 5.
- Took high risk category food from idea to market, built brand, achieved proof of concept through initial market sales, and am extending shelf life for local retail distribution.
Other work experience
Various employers
06.2021 - Current
- Performed diverse roles in hospitality, food production, grounds maintenance, and self-employment, balancing responsibilities while studying and developing my food product.
- Cultivated resilience and strong work ethic through physically demanding tasks in fast-paced and evolving environments.
- Exhibited reliability and professionalism by collaborating effectively in teams and independently across multiple operational settings.
Legal Apprentice
JH Gabb & Co
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Researched facts and verified information such as legal statutes and case law to support case preparation.
- Drafted legal documentation, including contracts, forms, and letters, using templates from westlaw.
- Secured a training contract with a reputable law firm, demonstrating commitment to legal career. and maintained an excellent relationship with the firm.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of Bristol
Bristol2024
A-Levels -
Chipping Campden Sixth Form
Chipping Campden 2021
Skills
- Project Management
- Research and Analysis
- Commercial Awareness
- Stakeholder Management
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork and Communication
Certification
- Full UK Driving License
- Assistant coach and equality and wellbeing officer of University of Bristol Kickboxing Society
- Attended the Birmingham Conservatoire for both Classical and Jazz, the Purcell School of Music, and was part of the Young Composers Project.
- Gold Duke of Edinburgh and NCS.
Timeline
Product Developer
Stockwolds
06.2025 - Current
Legal Apprentice
JH Gabb & Co
01.2025 - 05.2025
Other work experience
Various employers
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Music
University of Bristol
A-Levels -
Chipping Campden Sixth Form