Brandon Smith

I am a highly motivated and versatile hospitality professional with a strong foundation built across diverse roles including Kitchen Porter, Chef, Housekeeping, and Night Security. I have a proven ability to maintain impeccable standards of cleanliness, food safety, and guest satisfaction, even under pressure. I possess excellent communication skills, including proficiency in British Sign Language, and a genuine commitment to ensuring a positive experience for guests and supporting team success.

I am eager to leverage a unique blend of operational experience and compassionate service, I excel in fast-paced environments. With a demonstrated capacity for problem-solving, attention to detail, and adaptability, I am adept at managing multiple responsibilities effectively, from meticulous security patrols to expert food preparation and guest assistance. I am seeking a challenging new role where my diverse skill set and dedication can contribute to organizational goals.

Housekeeping - Warner leisure hotel-Corton - Corton

(2022-06)

As a Housekeeper, I am responsible for maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and guest satisfaction by delivering essential amenities like fresh towels, gowns, milk, and cookies directly to rooms. My duties also extended to efficiently collecting laundry for cleaning and ensuring the prompt delivery of clean rooms and luggage services for guests, contributing to a seamless and comfortable stay.

Night Security - Waner leasure hotel-Corton - Corton

(2020-09 - 2022-06)

In my role as Night Security, I proactively patrolled the premises, diligently monitoring surveillance systems and responding promptly to any alarms or disturbances to ensure the safety and security of the hotel and its guests. I was responsible for managing access control and meticulously documenting all incidents, demonstrating a high level of observation, reliability, and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure, often working independently.

Luggage Porter - Warner Leisure Hotels-Corton - Corton

(2019-08 - 2020-09)

As a Luggage Porter, I provided essential assistance to guests by helping them with their luggage, ensuring it was safely transported to their rooms. I focused on creating a welcoming atmosphere, greeting guests in a friendly and professional manner, and assisting them with any immediate needs upon arrival, contributing to a positive first impression of the hotel.

Kitchen Porter - The Wherry Hotel-Lowestoft - Lowestoft

(2019-03 - 2019-04)

In this role, I was instrumental in maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment. My responsibilities included thorough dishwashing, ensuring all areas were shut down and cleaned at the end of service, and adhering strictly to health and safety protocols. I consistently worked effectively under pressure, supporting the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations.

Chef - Martellos-Lowestoft - Lowestoft

(2018-06 - 2019-01)

As a Chef, I was involved in all aspects of food preparation, including crafting sandwiches and expertly utilizing grill skills. I provided crucial support to the Head Chef during service, adeptly discussing meal requirements with customers to ensure their satisfaction. I rigorously adhered to health and safety standards and food safety criteria while performing my duties effectively as part of a dynamic team.

GCSE - English - East coast college (2024-09 - 2026-01)

Level 2 - Catering - East coast college (2016-09 - 2018-06)