Akinbo Joseph

I am a dependable and driven individual with a strong work ethic, seeking opportunities within industrial and warehouse environments. I am highly adaptable and able to work efficiently in fast-paced settings, maintaining focus and productivity while meeting deadlines and targets. I possess strong communication skills and work well both independently and as part of a team, ensuring smooth operations and effective coordination.

I have a proactive approach to problem-solving and take pride in completing tasks accurately and safely. My flexibility is recognised by managers and supervisors, reflecting my ability to quickly adjust to new processes, environments, and challenges. I am committed to maintaining high standards of organisation, reliability, and health and safety at all times.

I am eager to contribute to efficient warehouse operations and support team success by bringing a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn. My interest in fitness supports my ability to handle physically demanding tasks and remain consistent in performance.

Staff Member at FILUFIJO Africa Continental Food (2022-01 – 2022-08)

• I learnt the fundamental skills in terms of hospitality, such as problem solving, communication and time management
• This job helped me understand how customers think and how the service industry functions a bit more
• Working here entailed me learning and working at the till, cleaning up the shop and stocking shelves

Waiter, Front of house Taco at Taco Shoreditch (2022-10 – 2023-07)

• Focused on delivering excellent customer service
• My responsibilities included greeting and serving customers with a warmly professional attitude, while accurately processing orders through the system
• I was actively restocking supplies and helping out with maintaining a clean restaurant and storage area, in order to uphold the strict hygiene standards
• Worked closely with kitchen and front of house staff to ensure timely service during peak hours
• Effectively handled customer service complaints and last-minute changes to orders by remaining patient and polite

Retail Assistant at Urban Outfitters (2023-09 – 2024-04)

• Assisted customers by providing personalized styling advice and product recommendations
• Operated the till and managed to handle transactions accurately
• Restocked clothing racks and maintained organization throughout the store
• Maintained visual merchandising standards by folding clothes and keeping sections tidy
• Carried out active selling from initial customer greeting

Sales Representative at IBA Global (2024-05 – 2024-09)

• Developed strong communication skills whilst driving sales in a direct customer facing environment
• This was done by approaching and engaging potential customers, adapting my pitch to meet individual needs
• I learnt to demonstrate excellent product knowledge, attending to any queries customers had
• Improved personal accountability by maintaining accurate records of sales and customer interactions, providing feedback to my mentors and receiving advice from them on how I can enhance my skill set
• Familiarized myself in terms of how to build rapport with people
• Won Employee of the week 2 times and received praise on the monthly billboard on multiple occasions
• Navigated challenging negotiations to secure lucrative contracts
• Promoted up-sell opportunities during customer interactions, boosting overall revenue generation
• Tailored pitches according to individual consumer preferences to increase conversion rates

Retail Assistant at Southern Co-op (2024-10 – 2025-01)

• Dealt with customers in a professional and authentic manner
• Cash handling at tills with excellent precision
• A team member, although short lived, communicative abilities were greatly enhanced
• Assisted in stock replenishment to maintain store appearance
• Assisted customers in locating specific items to boost satisfaction

Warehouse Operative at A1 Agency - Hoffman Thornwood (2025-07 – 2025-10)

• Assisted with pallet handling and organisation of stock within the warehouse
• Gained working knowledge of electrical pallet trucks, including controls for movement and lift functions
• Operated machinery such as the Edgebander, CNC machine, K9 machine and also assisted on SELCO machines
• Maintained warehouse cleanliness and safety by carrying out routine cleaning and organising tasks
• Prepared goods for dispatch by cutting boxes, strapping and securing items for shipment
• Developed working knowledge of using an electrical saw for cutting and processing materials

Event Staff at Reading Festival (2025-08 – 2025-08)

• Roles included making churros at the churro stand at the main stage and working at the fryer at the chicken and chips stand

Bartender at Boat Club (2025-07 – 2025-07)

• The role included making and serving drinks to customers

Warehouse Operative at CareerLink Agency - Dagenham CDC (Boots Warehouse) (2025-10 – 2026-01)

• Loaded and unloaded delivery lorries efficiently, ensuring goods were handled safely and in line with warehouse procedures
• Accurately recorded stock quantities for incoming and outgoing items, supporting effective stock control and inventory management
• Managed pallet organisation and movement to maintain an orderly and accessible warehouse layout
• Assisted with general warehouse maintenance to ensure a clean, safe, and operational working environment
• Carried out waste disposal and basic cleaning duties as required to maintain health and safety standards
• Worked effectively as part of a team to meet daily operational targets and delivery deadlines
• Followed health and safety regulations when handling goods and operating within the warehouse

Plant Operative at United Resource Management – Tilbury URM Production Department (2026-01 – Present)

• Continuously monitored the flow of material through the plant, including processing and sorting machines, in a manner that maximises the plant's working at optimal efficiency
• Ensured all plant screens are kept clean throughout the shift, and are free from damage

GCSEs in English, Math and Science – St Bonaventure's Secondary School (2017-09 – 2022-06)

A levels in Biology, Chemistry, Psychology – Sir George Monoux College (2022-09 – 2024-06)