James Saunders

Motivated and reliable individual looking to begin a career in the construction industry. Holds a valid CSCS card, strong Health & Safety awareness, and a Red Traffic Marshalling Card. Eager to apply newly gained knowledge to support safe and efficient site operations.

Known for being punctual, quick to learn, and confident following instructions in safety-critical environments. Committed to developing practical skills, working well within a team, and contributing positively to construction projects.

Food & Beverage Assistant - Customer assistant - Jarrolds Department Store - Norwich

(2025-09 - 2025-12)

• Actively job searching while developing transferable skills
• Delivered excellent one-to-one customer service in all interactions
• Ensured full compliance with 'Challenge 25' legislation during alcohol sales
• Maintained high standards of organisation and cleanliness throughout all duties

Fruit & Veg Specialist - Customer Assistant - Lidl - Beccles

(2023-09 - 2025-09)

• Prepared fruit and veg to high standards before store opening
• Processed 4–7 pallets each morning under strict time targets
• Worked stock on the shop floor and supported with till duties
• Provided friendly, reliable customer service
• Assisted colleagues in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment
• Ensured compliance with 'Challenge 25' during restricted sales

Deli Counter Assistant - W.J.Seppings Ltd - Beccles

(2020-10 - 2023-09)

• Delivered high-quality customer service and handled cash confidently
• Completed Regulatory Health & Safety and Hygiene training (Sep 2021)
• Set up the deli counter daily and managed stock control and admin
• Liaised with suppliers to maintain product availability
• Created seasonal add-on products, such as Mother's Day hampers, to boost sales
• Prepared and cooked meats on site, including early-morning starts
• Safely used knives and slicing machines as part of daily duties
• Maintained excellent hygiene and cleanliness, including fridges and freezers, following COVID-19 and PPE standards

Production Operator - M&H Plastics - Ellough

(2020-04 - 2020-10)

• Employed on a flexible contract, responsible for packing plastics bottles and correct paperwork corresponding with inventory
• Continuously followed very strict and critical Health & Safety procedures throughout the day, which ensured no trips hazards, excessive noise from machinery, lifting and extensive cleanliness
• Correct use of PPE equipment

Barman - The Flixton Buck Public House - Flixton

(2019-04 - 2020-03)

Throughout this time whilst actively job searching, worked as a barman, full time, at The Flixton Buck Public House.

Petrol Station Assistant - Morrisons

(2019-02 - 2019-04)

• Cashier & customer service assistant within store, delivering exceptional customer service
• Replenished stock, including liaising with main supermarket
• Accepting and unpacking deliveries
• Trolley organisation to ensure customer needs were met, including cleanliness

Shop Floor Assistant – Stationary Department - Jarrolds Department Store - Norwich

(2018-11 - 2018-12)

• Impeccable one to one customer experience to drive sales
• Knowledge of multiple luxury stationary brands including, Mont Blanc, Waterman Paris and Moleskin
• Key member who gave correct guidance and product knowledge to customers in order to fulfil their needs
• Stock replenishment

Bar staff, Food Runner, Cleaner - Waveney house hotel - Beccles

(2018-04 - 2018-11)

• Zero-hour contract, committing 25 – 30 hours per week
• Ensured compliance of the 'Challenge 25' law in every alcoholic sale
• Stock replenishment

Bar Staff - Ingate Public House - Beccles

(2017-10 - 2018-04)

• Front of house bar staff, serving customers both soft, hot and alcoholic beverages
• General housekeeping of the venue and equipment

Customer Sales Assistant - Beales Department Store

(2015-06 - 2018-03)

• Menswear Department: Exceptional shop floor standards, including all fashion items were kept in immaculate condition and clean
• Menswear Department: Assisting customers with queries and questions on products to help drive sales
• Menswear Department: Stock rotation of window and shop floor displays
• Menswear Department: Stock replenishment
• Electrical/Homeware Department: Provided excellent product knowledge and used my initiative to help drive customer sales
• Electrical/Homeware Department: Assisted with deliveries and replenishing stock on shop floor

Retail Course - Lowestoft Lifeskills (2015-01 - 2015-12)

Science - Sir John Leman High School (2010-01 - 2013-12)