Kara McKenzie

Ability to engage positively with members of the public while maintaining awareness of safety and procedures. Has a strong passion for hospitality and a strong community and charitable responsibility. Thrives in customer-facing and community-based roles and does well in high pressure environments and contributes effectively as a part of a team.

Young Advisor at Fight For Change (2024-02 – Present)

• Collaborating with community leaders to better engage young people in local community life, local decision making and improving services.
• Independently led a summer program and attendance increased by 15%.
• Empowering young people to influence change and find solutions to local issues.
• Outreach Work/Social Action Events.
• Conducting Risk Assessments.
• Linking with other existing young people's groups, networks and forums.
• Participating in essential training, e.g. safeguarding, research and leadership training.
• Supporting young people to develop essential life skills and overcome local barriers.

Bartender/Cleaner at The Kings Arms (2025-09 – 2025-12)

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness behind bar and on bar floor
• Providing exceptional customer service
• Cashiering
• Applying artistic skills to seasonal projects
• Me bartending led to a 20% increase in customers positive feedback regarding customer service

Leaflet Distributor (Volunteer) at Rap Therapy (2022-12 – 2022-12)

• Supervision of team members
• Organising distribution/flow of goods
• Leadership of the performance plan

Horse Catering (Work Experience) at Dulwich Riding School (2022-03 – 2022-04)

• Replacing water buckets
• Mucking out stables
• Grooming horses
• Replenishing food buckets

Diploma in Esports Level 2 – Lambeth College (2025-09)

Certification in Introduction to Youth Work Level 1 – Fight 4 Change (2025-09)

Diploma in Plumbing Level 1 & Level 2 – South Thames College (2023-09 – 2025-06)

Certification in FA Introduction to Football Coaching Level 1 – Fight 4 Change (2024-12)