
Timeline
About me
Deputy Head of Customer Services at Wolverhampton Grand Theatre | Graduate in BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management with Sandwich Placement - First Class Division
Education

Wednesfield high academy
2009 - 2016High school
University of wolverhampton
2017 - 2021Bachelor of arts - ba
Experience

Dunelm
Sept 2013 - Sept 2015Sales assistant
Wolverhampton grand theatre
Sept 2015 - Mar 2021Updated Job title, but the same responsibilities of my previous position of Sales and Marketing Assistant and Stage Door Receptionist in one position. I am responsible for the opening up of the building in a morning and the lock down of an evening. In addition to this I carry out general receptionist duties as well as monitoring the Fire Panel and CCTV/Security Mechanisms. In addition to the duties I carry out as a Sales and Marketing Assistant I am also responsible for the supervision of all staff members on shift. I deal with any complaints and queries that a patron may have and make an executive decision as to the outcome. I am in charge of the daily banking for the department and must ensure the safe storage and transportation of monies throughout my time on shift and cash up at the end of the day. Servicing the Front of House bars and Ushering the performances keeping our patrons and the performers safe and comfortable. To work with the Marketing, Sales and Front of House Departments to co-ordinate various elements of event planning in order to showcase the benefits and features of the venue and investigate additional revenue streams. To assist customers with queries regarding ticket purchases, add-ons, seating and general theatre inquiries. Theatre ticket and event sales for the main auditorium and small theatrical spaces.
Customer Service Assistant
Jun 2019 - Mar 2021Stage Door Receptionist
Oct 2017 - Jun 2019Senior Sales and Marketing Assistant
Feb 2016 - Jun 2019Performance Staff
Feb 2016 - Jun 2019Events and Marketing Apprentice
Jul 2016 - Jul 2017Sales and Marketing Assistant
Sept 2015 - Feb 2016

Go ape
May 2018 - Oct 2018Activity instructorImmersed in nature and creating memories for all of our visitors, Go Ape is a unique adventure experience for all the family. In my role I set out the health and safety boundaries for the customers and offer any assistance that i can to make the patrons experience memorable and exciting.

Walt disney world
Jun 2019 - Aug 2019Attractions hostess- fantasyland westUsing the fours keys of service to create magical moments for our guests in the Magic Kingdom. Working with my fellow cast members to ensure the safe and joyful running of The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh and the Mad Tea Party.

The royal household
Sept 2019 - Sept 2020FootmanHospitality Student Placement

Dunelm
Sept 2020 - May 2021Sales assistant
Hogarths hotels
Apr 2021 - May 2021Conference & banqueting manager
The royal household
Aug 2021 - Oct 2021FootmanSame as previous time in this position.

Wolverhampton grand theatre
Nov 2021 - Mar 2023Front of house manager- Be responsible for the safe and timely running of all Front of House operations to ensure customer satisfaction and successful performances.- To look after the day to day administration of the department, re. staff schedules, ordering, visual merchandising, liaising with the visiting company.

Wolverhampton grand theatre
May 2023 - nowDeputy Head of Customer Services
Sept 2024 - nowCustomer Services Assistant
Jun 2023 - Sept 2024Casual Front of House Manager
May 2023 - Sept 2024

Birmingham hippodrome
Jun 2023 - Oct 2024Flexible visitor services supervisor
Licenses & Certifications

Personal alcohol licence
Biiab
Advanced level apprenticeship in live events and promotion
Federation for industry sector skills and standardsJul 2017
Emergency first aid at work
ReviveFeb 2020
Talking to children about emotional resilience and self-harm
Virtual college ltd.Mar 2020
Female genital mutilation: recognising and preventing fgm
Uk home officeApr 2020
Level 1 award in british sign language
SignatureAug 2017
Advanced level dbs certificate
City of wolverhampton councilSept 2016
Level 2- food safety and hygiene (catering)
Virtual college ltd.Mar 2020
Level 3 diploma in events and live promotion
Aim awardsJul 2017
Level 3- certificate in principles of the creative and cultural sector (live events)
Aim awardsJul 2017
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Katie WalkerCourse Representative of the Year - Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences University of Wolverhampton Students Union May 2021 The criteria this accolade was judged upon:- Makes a positive change to the student experience on their course.- Is easy to approach and attentive to peers’ needs and comments.- Gives thorough updates on the outcome of actions to students on their course.- Encourages students to come forward with any course-related feedback.- Is passionate about their role and wants the best experience for students on the course.
- Awarded to Katie WalkerHospitality and Catering Student of the Year 2020 Institute of Travel and Tourism Jul 2020 The application for this award included a statement from the nominating university lecturer, supporting evidence such as CV and commendations. There was also an essay produced by myself surrounding the topics of how my work experience in the Hospitality industry will aid my future career, how it has shaped my plans for the future as an individual and my hopes for the industry as a whole. The winner was decided by the Board of Directors at the Institute of Travel and Tourism's Future You sector.
Volunteer Experience
NHS Volunteer Responder
Issued by Royal Voluntary Service on Apr 2020
Associated with Katie WalkerCasulalty Simulation Group
Issued by West Midlands Fire Service on May 2018
Associated with Katie WalkerBlood Donor
Issued by NHS Blood Donation on Mar 2020
Associated with Katie WalkerVolunteer
Issued by British Red Cross on Oct 2013
Associated with Katie Walker
Languages
- enEnglish
- brBritish sign language- level 1
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