George Buchanan

An organised and proactive hospitality and operations professional with extensive experience delivering exceptional customer experiences across restaurants, bars, weddings, and large-scale events. Experienced in coordinating teams, managing client relationships, solving problems under pressure, and ensuring seamless event delivery in fast-paced environments. Alongside several years of hospitality and events experience, I have developed strong commercial, sales, organisational, and stakeholder management skills through roles in property management and estate agency.

With a confirmed place to study a Postgraduate Events programme commencing in September 2026, I am now seeking opportunities within the events industry where I can continue developing my practical experience alongside my studies.

Hospitality Professional (Supervisor and Assistant Manager) at Various Venues – The Foundry Brew Pub | The Millers Arms | Broome Park Hotel | The Cliffe Lounge Bar & Kitchen (2017-07 – Present)

• Progressed through a range of hospitality roles, including Supervisor and Assistant Manager, leading front-of-house teams and supporting the day-to-day operation of busy hospitality venues.
• Delivered exceptional service across restaurants, cocktail bars, weddings, private functions, and large-scale events.
• Supported the planning and delivery of weddings and events, ensuring smooth operations from guest arrival through to event completion.
• Coordinated with kitchen, bar, and front-of-house teams to maintain efficient service throughout high-volume events.
• Managed guest enquiries and resolved issues promptly, maintaining a professional and welcoming experience.
• Assisted with venue preparation, event set-up, and breakdown, ensuring consistently high presentation standards.
• Trained and supported new team members while helping maintain excellent service standards during busy trading periods.
• Thrived in fast-paced environments where organisation, teamwork, adaptability, and attention to detail were essential.

Property Manager at 2D Management (2025-01 – 2026-01)

• Managed a portfolio of landlord clients across serviced accommodation and long-term rental properties.
• Coordinated maintenance contractors, suppliers, cleaners and third-party service providers to ensure properties operated efficiently.
• Oversaw scheduling, compliance, booking administration and operational documentation.
• Analysed booking performance and occupancy data to improve commercial performance.
• Built strong client relationships through proactive communication and problem resolution.

Senior Sales Negotiator at Connells Estate Agents (2020-09 – 2022-02)

• Managed multiple client transactions simultaneously within a target-driven environment.
• Built long-term relationships with buyers and sellers through a consultative approach.
• Negotiated complex property sales while balancing client expectations and commercial objectives.
• Recognised nationally and regionally for consistently achieving high performance.
• Developed strong presentation, communication and organisational skills.

Postgraduate Programme in Event Management – Event Academy - London (2026-09)

BA (Hons) in Fine Art – University of the Creative Arts - Canterbury (2022-09 – 2025-05)

A-levels & GCSEs – The Harvey Grammar School - Folkestone (2012-09 – 2019-09)