Edward Millhouse
Buenos Aires,K
Summary
I am currently living in Buenos Aires after travelling around Central and South America for the last seven months. In this time i have learned Spanish to a good level and am now looking to settle in one area for some time to truly immerse myself in a culture and to improve my Spanish further.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bar Server
The Market Hotel
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring a welcoming and enjoyable experience for guests.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bar area, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels and placing orders as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Welcomed and checked in guests who were staying in the hotel rooms.
- Prepared and served beverages according to established recipes and presentation standards.
Landscape Gardener
Imadene Gardens
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Operated gardening tools and equipment, maintaining safety protocols during use.
- Collaborated with team members to execute landscape design plans effectively.
- Conducted routine maintenance tasks, including weeding, pruning, and mulching beds.
- Followed project timelines to ensure timely completion of landscaping tasks.
- Adapted quickly to new techniques and tools, enhancing overall work efficiency.
- Optimized outdoor spaces for functionality and visual appeal, incorporating elements such as walkways, patios, and water features.
Licensing Agent
Media Licensing Company
05.2023 - 09.2024
- In this role, I was responsible for identifying and contacting clients about purchasing a license to publicize awards that their products may have won.
- Additionally, I was responsible for identifying companies that were already publicizing these licenses without having paid to use them. From this point, I would inform them that they would either have to buy the rights to the license, or stop publishing them.
- Assisted clients in understanding licensing requirements and procedures.
- Processed applications and maintained accurate records in licensing database.
- Became proficient in Microsoft operating systems such as Excel and SharePoint to record potential clients, contacted clients, and clients who either wish or do not wish to purchase a license.
Chef & Food Server
350 Burger
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Received a Food Standards Agency food allergy certificate.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety regulations and quality standards.
- Implemented quality control measures, consistently delivering high-standard dishes during peak hours.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and improving efficiency in service delivery.
- Trained new kitchen personnel on equipment operation and cooking techniques for optimal performance.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
Internship
HSBC Bank
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Assisted in processing customer transactions with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Supported team in executing daily banking operations, ensuring adherence to policies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve service delivery processes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Newcastle University
Newcastle Upon Tyne05-2024
High School Diploma -
A Level Examinations
Canford School, Dorset, UK05-2020
120-hour Teaching Qualification - Teaching English As A Second Language
TEFL
The TEFL Acadmey11-2024
Skills
- Data collection & analysis
- Question formation
- Interview conduction
- Editing & reviewing large volumes of qualitative & quantitative information
- Proofreading
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Multitasking abilities
- Customer service
Timeline
Bar Server
The Market Hotel
11.2024 - 03.2025
Landscape Gardener
Imadene Gardens
07.2024 - 03.2025
Licensing Agent
Media Licensing Company
05.2023 - 09.2024
Chef & Food Server
350 Burger
03.2021 - 01.2022
Internship
HSBC Bank
06.2018 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Newcastle University
High School Diploma -
A Level Examinations
120-hour Teaching Qualification - Teaching English As A Second Language
TEFL