Maxine Jones

I am a creative individual with a strong work ethic. I am hardworking, reliable and trustworthy and equally capable of achieving whether working alone or as part of a team. Excellent communication and organisational skills and the ability to treat all matters with absolute confidentiality and integrity. I am used to working in high pressure target orientated environments with tight budgets and timelines as well as being compassionate, supportive and encouraging in caregiving roles.

Manager – Artisan Craft Beer and Coffee - The Coal Hatch - Woburn Sands

(2022-11)

Organise and manage the day to day operations of the venue, overseeing staff and ensuring excellent customer service. Training employees, ordering supplies and maintaining a clean and inviting environment.

Part time flexible - The Grapevine Bar & Kitchen - Woburn Sands

(2021-09 - 2022-11)

Greeting guests on arrival, serving drinks, cocktails and coffees from behind the bar or at the tables. Taking orders for drinks and food, serving them when ready. Grapevine is a very friendly relaxed bar/restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere.

Maintaining order and cleanliness within both the restaurant and bar areas. Preparing the bar area with necessary items in preparation for busier times. I also arrange private parties and larger group bookings from first contact to making sure everything is as it should be on arrival.

I take pride in giving an exceptional customer service. Organising the staff weekly rota, making sure we have full staff on each shift.

Marketing Manager - IRC - Homebased

(2019-01)

Designing and executing adverts to promote the business and service/job positions available for a recruitment company. Design brochures and PDF's to go out to clients and shown on our website. Manage all images and design to be publicised on all social media for employees.

Sales negotiator - Michael Graham Estate Agents - Woburn Sands, UK

(2018-08 - 2019-06)

Part-time as a sales negotiator assisting the Manageress at the Woburn Sands sales office, calling clients and showing properties to prospective applicants.

Office Manager and Personal Assistant for Managing Director - Globaleye Insurance Brokerage - Dubai

(2014-11 - 2018-03)

Promoted from Personal Assistant to work directly with Managing Director and to organise the day to day running of the Dubai Office and to remotely oversee the upkeep and maintenance of the overseas office which included full control and organisation with Award Ceremonies, Breakfast Meetings, Client Events, Company Incentives, Travel and Managing the front office staff.

• Implement and maintain all office policies
• Manage all office-related requirements including maintenance, supplies, equipment, errands and shopping
• Manage front office/receptionist/office support staff
• Provide administrative support including diary management to Managing Director scheduling appointments and liaising directly with the clients/staff members.
• Organising sales and new joiner training. Follow up on any actions that arise during client and internal meetings and produce relevant documentation.
• Ensure smooth on-boarding by managing the induction process and creating new joiner packs
• Managed internal and external communications within the office and from our Partners
• Client Relations
• External and Internal Event organisation for clients and staff
• Annual Award ceremonies – Organised annual Gala Award Events for 200 plus staff members including entertainment
• All travel bookings to include overseas manager meetings for staff from our global offices
• Cover for all departments when needed
• Assisted and supported Marketing department with mechanise and other marketing needs
• Assisted Operations to include closing and opening offices

Personal Assistant - Globaleye Insurance Brokerage - Dubai

(2011-02 - 2014-11)

I worked alongside one of Globaleye's VP's carrying out all Financial Services back office duties to enable the VP to be out meeting clients.

• Client relations
• Client servicing
• Administrate duties
• Preparing for meetings
• Supporting VP's team of financial Advisors
• Teaching correct policies, procedures and paperwork to other members of the team

General receptionist and administrative roles - Dunamis Capital - Dubai

(2010-02 - 2011-11)

• General receptionist duties
• General administrative tasks

Teaching Assistant - English College Primary School - Dubai

(2005-03 - 2010-02)

Supported the Teaching for year 3 and 4 children to prepare lessons and classroom. Assisted with learning and covered classes when needed.

Nursing Assistant - Isham House Psychiatric Hospital - UK

(2001-03 - 2004-11)

Supported and cared for Psychiatric patients, Eating Disorder patients, Addictions and Depressed patients.

Typesetting and Design - What's On Magazine - UK

(1995 - 1999)

Hairdresser - Self Employed - UK

(1986 - 1990)

Secondary Education - Roade High School Northampton, UK

Certification - Booth Lane College Northampton, UK