Romy Thomas

Friendly, reliable, and hardworking college student with several years of customer-facing experience gained within a busy hair salon and catering environment. Confident communicating with customers, supporting teams, and carrying out a range of practical tasks to ensure high standards of service. Strong work ethic, excellent timekeeping, and a positive attitude towards learning new skills and taking on responsibility.

Salon Assistant - Lab Forte/L.F. Studios - Birmingham

(2023-01)

Supporting the Director Hair Stylist in a busy professional salon

• Greeting and welcoming clients on arrival
• Washing and conditioning clients' hair
• Dealing with stock inventory and setting up product displays
• Maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of the salon
• Sweeping floors and tidying workstations
• Refreshing client areas and supporting general salon maintenance
• Assisting stylists with day-to-day salon operations
• Began working in a professional hair salon at age 14, developing a strong work ethic, confidence and responsibility from a young age
• Trusted to work alongside the Salon Director and wider salon team, following instructions carefully and seeing tasks through to completion
• Enjoy meeting and helping people, developed through several years in customer-facing roles
• Experienced in balancing part-time work with education, demonstrating strong time management and commitment

Catering Assistant - Sugarnfame - Birmingham

(2025-07)

Supporting catering staff at events and functions in a fast-paced environment.

• Serving food and drinks to customers
• Preparing event spaces before service
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Assisting with food preparation and presentation
• Assisting with washing up and kitchen duties
• Gained experience working in fast-paced environments
• Developed strong teamwork and customer service skills
• Learned the importance of attention to detail and hygiene standards

College Courses - Philosophy, Psychology and Film Studies (2027-06)

GCSE - English language & literature

GCSE - Mathematics

GCSE - Science