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William Davies

William Davies

Summary

I consider myself a passionate and hardworking individual who is motivated by the satisfaction of developing an outstanding job. I live each day at work as an adventure and a new challenge. I have spent many years in different roles which shows my adaptability, my broad knowledge of teams and working environments as well as my continued efforts to be open and ready for new experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Rang/Evening Manager

Lodge Du Village
06.2023 - 12.2023
  • Maintained a clean and organized dining environment, ensuring a positive experience for guests.
  • Managed reservations efficiently, optimizing seating arrangements for maximum customer satisfaction.

Bartender/Restaurant Server

Jacks Bar
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • A popular restaurant at base of the resort Serving high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.

Senior Host

Consensio Chalets
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Working in luxury chalets in the French Alpes, supervising a team of hosts to complete daily housekeeping tasks and ensuring breakfast and dinner services are held to the highest of standards.
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties and catering to guests every need.

Chef De Rang/Evening Manager

Lodge Du Village
12.2021 - 05.2022
  • Serving and Bartending in one of Meribel's top rated Restaurants and Après-Ski Bars
  • Managing the evening team to maintain top quality service and close down.

Luxury Catering Service

Ruth Williams Catering
01.2016 - 01.2022
  • Bartending and waiting at private and corporate events on a freelance basis providing high quality table service and professional and efficient bartending service
  • Most recent events include F1 Monaco Grand Prix 2022, Monte Carlo Classic Grand Prix 2022 and Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity 2022.

Delivery Driver and Technician

Ubaldi Home Appliances
09.2020 - 11.2021
  • Ensuring excellent customer service and time management during delivery and installation of high-quality home appliance products of up to 200kg.

LOGISTICS ASSISTANT

OC SPORT UK
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Organising transport, travel, accommodation, and subsistence for 60+ staff during the "Extreme Sailing Series" tour stops in San Diego (USA) and Los Cabos (MEX).

EVENT MANAGER ASSISTANT

GOTO EVENTS
01.2018
  • Responsible for coordinating groups of 10+ participants during corporate team building exercises for companies such as KPMG, the Octopus Group, Royal Mail, British Army.

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

CABERNET MARKETING
01.2019
  • Managing a team of 4, operating a street marketing stand spreading awareness and signing memberships for Charities across the UK.

YATCH MAINTENANCE

CARRICK MARINE MANAGEMENT
01.2020
  • Maintaining and cleaning 30m+ yacht exteriors to an impeccable standard.

Education

BBA - Events Management

BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY
Bournemouth, UK
06.2020

Option International Du Baccalauréat -

CENTRE INTERNATIONAL DE VALBONNE
Valbonne, FR
06.2015

Skills

  • Team management
  • Stress management
  • Customer-centric
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • Detail-oriented
  • Emotional intelligence

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Chef De Rang/Evening Manager

Lodge Du Village
06.2023 - 12.2023

Bartender/Restaurant Server

Jacks Bar
03.2023 - 05.2023

Senior Host

Consensio Chalets
11.2022 - 03.2023

Chef De Rang/Evening Manager

Lodge Du Village
12.2021 - 05.2022

Delivery Driver and Technician

Ubaldi Home Appliances
09.2020 - 11.2021

YATCH MAINTENANCE

CARRICK MARINE MANAGEMENT
01.2020

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

CABERNET MARKETING
01.2019

LOGISTICS ASSISTANT

OC SPORT UK
01.2018 - 01.2019

EVENT MANAGER ASSISTANT

GOTO EVENTS
01.2018

Luxury Catering Service

Ruth Williams Catering
01.2016 - 01.2022

BBA - Events Management

BOURNEMOUTH UNIVERSITY

Option International Du Baccalauréat -

CENTRE INTERNATIONAL DE VALBONNE
William Davies