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Oliver Pryor

Summary

Enthusiastic and customer-focused hospitality professional with experience in hotel reception and front-of-house service. Skilled in handling hotel processes, managing guest enquires and complaints and providing exceptional customer service with a commitment of creating a warm and positive experience for guests. Currently on a working holiday visa and seeking opportunities to support my travels in Australia.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Receptionist

The Star
07.2023 - 03.2025
  • Greeted and welcomed guests and visitors to the hotel, ensuring a positive first impression and providing information on the facilities and services.
  • Managed the check-in and check-out process efficiently, handling room allocations, payments, and guest inquiries with attention to detail.
  • Answered incoming calls and responded to emails, addressing guest requests, answering inquiries and coordinating with other departments as needed.
  • Assisted with housekeeping duties, ensuring timely cleaning and readiness for new guests.
  • Delivered high-standard customer service by attending to guest needs, offering personalised assistance, and ensuring guest satisfaction throughout their stay.
  • Assisted in handling guest complaints and concerns, resolving issues promptly and maintaining a professional and courteous demeanour.
  • Maintained accurate records of guest information, bookings, and payments.

Front of House

The Cricketers Arms
06.2021 - 07.2023

● Created a welcoming and friendly atmosphere by warmly greeting all guests upon arrival and ensuring a positive dining experience.
● Prepared and served a variety of alcoholic beverages, including
cocktails, as well as specialty coffees, ensuring high standards of
quality and presentation.
● Efficiently handled food service, including taking orders, delivering meals, and maintaining cleanliness by clearing tables promptly.
● Managed customer reservations, coordinating seating arrangements to maximise dining capacity while ensuring guest comfort.
● Possessed knowledge of menu offerings, ingredients, and potential allergens, providing informed recommendations and addressing dietary concerns to enhance customer satisfaction.

Kitchen Crew Member

McDonalds
10.2018 - 06.2021

● Prepared a variety of food items according to McDonald's standardised procedures.
● Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, fryers, and ovens, while adhering to food safety standards and hygiene regulations.
● Worked efficiently in a fast-paced environment, maintaining a clean and organised workspace.
● Collaborated with team members to fulfil customer orders accurately and promptly.
● Assisted with stock-take, ensuring adequate stock levels.

Catering Assistant

Drusillas Zoo
08.2016 - 08.2018

● Provided friendly and courteous service in the zoo’s main restaurant, ensuring a memorable dining experience for guests
● Waited on tables, taking orders and delivering food promptly while maintaining a clean and welcoming environment.
● Trained as a barista by Starbucks, preparing a range of coffee
beverages and ensuring high-quality service.
● Assisted with restaurant upkeep by cleaning tables, washing dishes, and maintaining overall cleanliness in line with health and safety standards.
● Handled monetary transactions as a cashier, ensuring accuracy in processing payments and balancing the cash register.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies With Politics

The University of Essex
Colchester, Essex
06-2023

A-Levels - Law, Politics & History

Sussex Coast College
Hastings, East Sussex
09-2019

GCSE's -

The Causeway School
Eastbourne, East Sussex
09-2017

Skills

  • Microsoft office
  • Reservation management
  • Initiative-taking
  • Guest relations
  • Professional appearance
  • Hotel software expertise
  • Front desk management
  • Problem-solving
  • POS system operation
  • Invoicing and billing
  • Reservations
  • Phone and email etiquette

Interests

I am very interested in technology; I have built three computers and I have an excellent understanding of Microsoft Suite

Another passion of mine is reading; I primarily enjoy non-fiction historical and philosophy books, however I have recently been reading more fictional books, including A Game of Thrones and Catch-22

I was a cadet in St Johns Ambulance Service where I achieved the Grand Prior Award Although my certifications are expired, I still retain a very good knowledge of first aid

I have a full, clean UK drivers' licence

Timeline

Receptionist

The Star
07.2023 - 03.2025

Front of House

The Cricketers Arms
06.2021 - 07.2023

Kitchen Crew Member

McDonalds
10.2018 - 06.2021

Catering Assistant

Drusillas Zoo
08.2016 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Global Studies With Politics

The University of Essex

A-Levels - Law, Politics & History

Sussex Coast College

GCSE's -

The Causeway School
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