Kalan Ruck

Creative and customer-focused individual with experience in photography, retail, and food service environments. Skilled in communicating with a wide range of customers, providing professional service, and working effectively in busy settings. Confident handling cash, assisting customers, and managing multiple tasks while maintaining high standards of service. Reliable, approachable, and adaptable, with a strong commitment to creating positive customer experiences.

Photographer – freelance - Self-employed

• Provided professional photography services for motorsport events, weddings, celebrations, and events
• Worked closely with clients to understand requirements and deliver quality images to meet requirements
• Managed bookings, customer enquiries, and appointments in a professional and organised manner
• Adapted to different venues and environments, often working under pressure to capture key moments

Counter Service Assistant - Jim's Fish Bar

(2022)

• Served customers in a busy takeaway environment, providing friendly and efficient service
• Handled cash and card transactions accurately and responsibly using the till system
• Prepared and packaged food orders for collection, ensuring high accuracy and presentation
• Assisted with managing customer queues and responding to enquiries in a professional manner
• Maintained cleanliness and hygiene standards within the customer service and preparation areas

Sales Assistant - Cream Menswear

(2022)

• Assisted customers with product enquiries, sizing, and purchase decisions
• Processed cash and card payments accurately while operating the till system
• Replenished stock, organised displays, and maintained high shop floor standards
• Supported visual merchandising activities to create attractive and engaging product displays
• Worked as part of a team to achieve sales targets and ensure excellent customer service was delivered

Honours - Photography - NWSLCBA

GCSEs - English Language, Maths - St Thomas More Catholic Academy