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Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Hobbies
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Shannen Billie Frew

Gran Alacant, Alicante,A
Shannen Billie Frew

Summary

Professional with high standards and results-driven mindset. Experienced in customer service within high-pressure environments. Skilled in resolving issues, managing schedules, and ensuring smooth operations. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Known for reliability and effective communication. Passion for languages and travel.

Overview

10
years of professional experience

Work History

La Piedra Bar and Grill

Bartender
03.2024 - 11.2024

Job overview

  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
  • Enhanced overall guest experience by promptly addressing concerns and resolving issues professionally.

The Highlander

Bar Manager
08.2014 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere, fostering a loyal customer base and repeat business.
  • Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standards.
  • Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
  • Oversaw maintenance tasks for the bar area, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patrons at all times.
  • Handled conflict resolution among staff members promptly and professionally, maintaining a positive work environment.

St Patrick's Valencia

Bartender
02.2017 - 06.2018

Job overview

  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.

Self-employeed

English Language Tutor
10.2016 - 06.2018

Job overview

  • Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition, and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
  • Communicated with parents in person, by email and phone to apprise of student progress, challenges and behavior issues.
  • Strengthened students'' listening comprehension skills through exposure to various accents and dialects during audio-based exercises.
  • Expanded students'' cultural awareness by integrating authentic materials from various English-speaking countries into lessons.
  • Developed teaching materials to supplement standard curriculum, enhancing learning concepts and promoting student engagement.

British Council

English Language Assistant
09.2014 - 06.2015

Job overview

  • Assisted struggling students by offering additional tutoring sessions outside of regular class hours, leading to improved performance over time.
  • Strengthened students'' reading comprehension through guided discussions and targeted practice activities.
  • Enhanced collaboration among classmates by incorporating group projects and promoting teamwork within the classroom setting.
  • Increased overall class participation with dynamic teaching strategies that encouraged open discussion and active engagement from all students.
  • Established positive rapport with students, fostering a supportive environment conducive to academic success.

Education

University of Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland

Bachelor of Arts from Linguistics, Spanish And Portuguese
06-2016

Clydebank High School
Clydebank, Scotland

High School Diploma
06-2012

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Customer service
  • Highly reliable
  • Team player attitude
  • Engaging personality
  • Native English speaker

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Upper intermediate (B2)
Catalan
Elementary (A2)

Hobbies

Passion for travelling, learning new languages and experiencing new cultures. 

Timeline

Bartender

La Piedra Bar and Grill
03.2024 - 11.2024

Bartender

St Patrick's Valencia
02.2017 - 06.2018

English Language Tutor

Self-employeed
10.2016 - 06.2018

English Language Assistant

British Council
09.2014 - 06.2015

Bar Manager

The Highlander
08.2014 - 10.2023

University of Glasgow

Bachelor of Arts from Linguistics, Spanish And Portuguese

Clydebank High School

High School Diploma
Shannen Billie Frew