Jemima McDonald

Friendly, confident and hardworking first-year Durham University student with practical experience in busy bar, food service and hospitality environments. Experienced in serving customers at sporting events and functions, including taking sole responsibility for running a club bar. Calm under pressure, reliable and comfortable working independently or as part of a team.

I also aspire to develop a future career in project management, building on my organisation, communication, leadership and problem-solving skills.

Bar Staff - Ilkley Cricket Club - Ilkley

(2026-04 - 2026-08)

• Regularly ran the bar independently, taking responsibility for the full bar service during shifts.
• Opened and closed the bar, including preparing the bar for service and completing end-of-shift duties.
• Served alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and provided friendly, efficient customer service.
• Managed busy periods independently during cricket matches, events and functions.
• Maintained a clean, organised and well-presented bar throughout shifts, including clearing and end-of-service cleaning.

Bar, Barista & Waiting Staff - Ilkley Rugby Club - Ilkley

(2024-09 - 2026)

• Worked behind the bar serving alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks during rugby matches, functions and busy events.
• Barista experience preparing and serving coffees and other hot drinks using a commercial coffee machine.
• Provided friendly and efficient customer service, taking orders and serving customers at the bar.
• Assisted with food service and waiting duties during functions and events.
• Keep bar, coffee, service and customer areas clean, tidy and well organised.
• Clear glasses, restock and assist with general bar duties throughout shifts.

Bar assistant - Ilkley Bowling Club - Ilkley

(2024-10 - 2025-03)

• Collected and managed glassware and maintained clean, organised bar and lounge areas.
• Worked effectively as part of the hospitality team during busy shifts.

Ticket & Food Sales / Social Media Marketing - Ilkley Musical Theatre Group - Ilkley

(2021 - 2023)

• Handled ticket and food sales and responded to customer enquiries.
• Balanced customer-facing responsibilities with promotional and social media work.

Work Experience - RumbleTV - Sydney, Australia

(2025-07 - 2025-07)

• Gained hands-on experience in sound production and marketing in a fast-paced media environment.
• Worked collaboratively to tight deadlines and contributed ideas to social media and marketing campaigns.
• Visited Fox TV Studios and gained insight into professional broadcast production and project coordination.

Volunteer Teaching Assistant - Sacred Heart Primary School

(2023-07 - 2023-07)

• Supported classroom activities and pupils, developing patience, communication, leadership and teamwork.

BSc (Hons) - Visual Arts and Film - Durham University (2026)

A Level - Media, English Literature, Theatre Studies - Ilkley Grammar School (2018 - 2026)

GCSE - 9 GCSEs including English, Maths and Sciences - Ilkley Grammar School