Gabriel Reid Jones
Bacup
Summary
I have enjoyed working at Curtis Shaw Ltd, I enjoy the outdoors very much and feel I thrive in this type of environment . My expertise in horticultural practices and commitment to continuous learning, paired with hard work, I believe I can offer great results within my working surroundings. Skilled in both landscaping and efficient In high quality meal preparation, I bring a unique blend of experience and hands-on technical abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Garden Maintenance Supervisor
Curtis Shaw Ltd
Prestwich / Whitefield
03.2019 - 01.2025
- Maintained safety standards by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Boosted team morale through effective communication, regular feedback, and recognition of achievements.
- Continuously expanded horticultural knowledge through professional development opportunities, staying current on industry trends and best practices.
- Reduced costs by implementing efficient resource management practices in garden maintenance operations.
- Help Coordinate special projects such as landscape renovations or new garden installations, ensuring smooth execution and client satisfaction.
- Help Manage seasonal planting plans which provided year-round visual appeal in outdoor spaces.
Cook
Vocation Brewery
Hebden Bridge
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
Education
GCSC
Todmorden High School
Todmorden 06.2020
Skills
- Scheduling tasks
- Supervisory experience
- Landscaping
- Work delegation
- Pruning techniques
- Soil management
- Plant identification
- Horticultural expertise
- Using hand tools
- Tree trimming and cutting branches
- Power tool operation
- Tree planting
- Flower arranging
- Verbal and written communication
- Landscaping care
- Heavy lifting
- Garden maintenance
- Operating mowers and tractors
- Flexible schedule
- Mowing and edging
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
- Weeding gardens
- Watering lawns and trees
- Maintenance of flower beds
Timeline
Cook
Vocation Brewery
07.2022 - 06.2024
Garden Maintenance Supervisor
Curtis Shaw Ltd
03.2019 - 01.2025
GCSC
Todmorden High School