Ashley James Holden
Whistler,BC
Summary
I am a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual with a vast wealth of experience in both the hospitality and environmental industries. As a result I have developed a positive can-do attitude which provides me with a willingness to learn and fully indulge in any new tasks or roles asked of me. My friendly, outgoing, and confident personality allows me to work well in both a team environment and as an individual by acting effectively upon my own initiative. I am a hard-working individual and am willing to go above and beyond when required. I have a flexible approach to both working hours and duties. I also possess both great communication and problem-solving skills which I have developed through different roles and experiences.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
Pizzeria Antico
Whistler, BC
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Delivered outstanding customer service in high-pressure dining setting featuring one of busiest happy hours in town.
Bartender
Beacon Pub and Eatery
Whistler, BC
12.2024 - 11.2025
- Promoted to Bartender from my previous Barback role.
Barback
Beacon Pub and Eatery
Whistler, BC
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Prepared cocktails and beverages to assist bartender in high-demand environments.
- Served customers seated in bar area, ensuring timely service.
- Replenished stock levels and maintained glassware for optimal presentation.
Bartender
Roland’s Sports Bar
Whistler, British Columbia
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Bartender on a mixture of busy day and evening shifts including big sporting events and daily apres shifts.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about restaurant's menu and products.
Hydrometry and Telemetry Engineer
Natural Resources Wales
08.2022 - 11.2023
- A role within the Welsh environment agency that involves providing crucial telemetry data to several clients.
- The network that I cover consists of 200+ surface, groundwater, and rainfall sites in the north Wales area.
- Role is the constant improving of the current network by installing, configuring, and designing new sites to ensure that the requirements of the clients are met.
FOH and Bar Supervisor
White Lion Pub
Llanelian , Wales
09.2020 - 11.2023
- Working at the best gastro pub of north Wales winner 2023.
- A hybrid role that includes the running of shifts and working on both the bar and the floor as a server and making sure that all the customers are welcomed into a relaxing authentic British pub and have a great experience throughout.
Hydrometric Engineer
Hydrologic Services
10.2018 - 08.2022
- A role that involved meeting the demanding needs of several big clients such as local councils, both regional and national water authorities, and many others by installing, maintaining, and improving water level, flow, and quality monitoring equipment at 300+ sites across the UK that provides essential telemetry data.
Duty Manager
Brewers Fayre
Llandudno, Wales
01.2018 - 10.2018
- Promoted to Duty Manager. Responsible for the running of shifts and the team on those shifts, dealing with customer complaints, both the opening and closing of the business and responsibility of cashing up the business at the end of service.
Server/Bartender
Brewers Fayre
Llandudno, Wales
06.2015 - 12.2017
- Managed high-volume restaurant operations, serving over 250 covers daily.
- Executed roles as server and bartender, ensuring excellent customer service.
- Conducted quality checks on food prior to service to maintain high standards.
- Oversaw stock counting and ordering for bar inventory.
- Coordinated delivery receipt and organized cellar for efficient stock management.
- Led shifts as service manager, optimizing team performance and guest satisfaction.
Server/Bartender
Premier Inn Hotel
Liverpool, England
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Flagship premier inn hotel in Liverpool which was extremely busy with tourists from all over the world.
- The role involved working as a combination of a server for the breakfast and dinner services as well as working and running the bar on my own both during and after the dinner service had finished.
Sales Assistant
JD Sports Retail Shop
Llandudno, Wales
10.2013 - 03.2015
- Job involved me working on both the footwear and clothing sections of the busy high street shop floor.
- Responsible for checking deliveries into the store and taking charge of the stock levels in the storerooms.
Server
St George 4* Hotel
Llandudno, Wales
04.2013 - 10.2013
- Serving breakfast service of up to 200 guests.
- This role involved serving shifts for both the lunch and dinner services in the two restaurants on site.
- Part of the catering team for weddings, conferences, birthday parties and many more functions that often had guests upwards of 150+ people.
- Serving menus varied from fine dining 5 course tasting menus to buffet style banquets.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Liverpool Hope University
Liverpool, UK06-2017
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Team Player
- Strong Work Ethic
- Friendly/Approachable Individual
- Flexible Schedule
Timeline
Server
Pizzeria Antico
04.2025 - 11.2025
Bartender
Beacon Pub and Eatery
12.2024 - 11.2025
Bartender
Roland’s Sports Bar
03.2024 - 11.2024
Barback
Beacon Pub and Eatery
11.2023 - 12.2024
Hydrometry and Telemetry Engineer
Natural Resources Wales
08.2022 - 11.2023
FOH and Bar Supervisor
White Lion Pub
09.2020 - 11.2023
Hydrometric Engineer
Hydrologic Services
10.2018 - 08.2022
Duty Manager
Brewers Fayre
01.2018 - 10.2018
Server/Bartender
Premier Inn Hotel
01.2016 - 09.2017
Server/Bartender
Brewers Fayre
06.2015 - 12.2017
Sales Assistant
JD Sports Retail Shop
10.2013 - 03.2015
Server
St George 4* Hotel
04.2013 - 10.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Liverpool Hope University