Christmas Temporary Customer Assistant - Marks & Spencer - Reading
(2025-10 - 2025-12)
- Greeted and assisted customers on the shop floor, providing detailed product information to support purchasing decisions.
- Maintained store presentation by organising and refreshing product displays to uphold brand standards and visual appeal.
- Supported team members during peak holiday periods by assisting with queue management and high-volume customer interactions.
- Helped manage stock on the sales floor by replenishing shelves and ensuring products were available and correctly faced.
Volunteer General Assistant - Crowne Plaza Hotel - Reading
Gained experience in hospitality teamwork and operations.
- Assisted hospitality staff with day-to-day operational tasks to maintain smooth service delivery.
- Prepared and supported event and service setups to ensure hospitality teams could operate efficiently.
- Provided basic guest assistance, responding to requests and enquiries to maintain a positive guest experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation across work areas to meet hotel operational and hygiene standards.
Mechanical & Workshop Assistant - Falcon Motors
- Performed multi-point safety inspections, identifying and reporting worn components such as brake pads, belts, and hoses to senior technicians.
- Operated professional shop equipment including hydraulic lifts, pneumatic tools, and tire mounting/balancing machines to support vehicle servicing.
- Maintained a clean and hazard-free workspace by promptly managing oil spills and keeping bays organised for optimal workflow.
- Handled inventory and parts management by checking in deliveries against invoices and preparing correct components for scheduled repairs.
- Managed hazardous waste disposal in line with environmental and safety protocols for waste oil, coolants, and batteries.
- Assisted senior mechanics with complex repairs by providing tool support and staging vehicles to help meet daily deadlines.
- Communicated technical findings clearly to service advisors to assist in producing accurate repair estimates for customers.
- Completed final inspections on all work, verifying torque specifications and resetting maintenance lights to ensure precision and safety.
