FRED JENNINGS
Bournemouth
Summary
Hospitality professional with 3 years of hotel experience, including supervisory responsibility and hands-on work across reception, housekeeping, food service, bar/cocktail service, and kitchen operations. Confident with guest-facing roles, fast-paced environments, and supporting multiple departments to keep venues running smoothly. Currently travelling in Asia and seeking a volunteer or work-exchange opportunity in a surf or social hostel in Sri Lanka.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Hotel Front of House Team Member / Supervisor
Premier Inn
Brighton
11.2022 - 10.2025
- Welcomed guests, handled check-ins/check-outs, answered enquiries, and helped create a smooth guest experience.
- Managed reservations, phone calls, guest requests, and system updates accurately during busy shifts.
- Trained and supported new staff, helped maintain standards, and regularly handled extra responsibility without direct supervision.
Bar Staff / Server
The Village - Field Vision
Southampton
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Served customers at busy events, upsold drinks and promotions, and maintained a fast, friendly service style.
Food Runner / Waiter
Ocean Grill
Southampton
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Worked between kitchen and guests, supported table service, and ensured dietary and service needs were communicated clearly.
Cook / Grill Cook
Harvester Restaurant
Poole
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Worked in a high-output kitchen, coordinated with front-of-house, and maintained speed, accuracy, and cleanliness under pressure.
Kitchen Assistant
WestBeach Restaurant
Bournemouth
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Supported prep, cleaning, and kitchen operations during busy trading periods while building strong teamwork habits.
Education
BA (Hons) - Music Performance and Songwriting
BIMM Institute
Brighton05-2025
BA (Hons) - Music Performance
Solent University
Southampton05-2021
Level 3 Extended Diploma - Music Technology
Bournemouth and Poole College
01-2019
Skills
- Guest check-ins
- Reservations
- Front desk support
- Customer service
- Housekeeping
- Presentation standards
- Food service
- Waiting
- Kitchen support
- Bar service
- Cocktail preparation
- Team supervision
- Training support
- Flexibility across multiple departments
- Reliability
- Calm under pressure
- Organised under pressure
Additional Information
Native-level English speaker from the UK, Open to volunteer/work-exchange stays of 2-6+ weeks, Interested in surf hostel, social hostel, or guest-facing hospitality roles, Available in Sri Lanka from late April 2026, References available on request
Timeline
Hotel Front of House Team Member / Supervisor
Premier Inn
11.2022 - 10.2025
Bar Staff / Server
The Village - Field Vision
06.2022 - 08.2022
Food Runner / Waiter
Ocean Grill
05.2022 - 06.2022
Cook / Grill Cook
Harvester Restaurant
08.2020 - 08.2021
Kitchen Assistant
WestBeach Restaurant
07.2019 - 04.2020
BA (Hons) - Music Performance and Songwriting
BIMM Institute
BA (Hons) - Music Performance
Solent University
Level 3 Extended Diploma - Music Technology
Bournemouth and Poole College