Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
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David  Thorpe

David Thorpe

106 Bernard Curtis House, Bluebell

Summary

Dynamic bar manager with a proven track record at The Cottage Inn, excelling in staff training and customer satisfaction. Leveraged analytical skills to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. Passionate about fitness training and coaching, fostering teamwork and motivation in diverse environments. Committed to delivering exceptional service and driving business success.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Bar Manager

The Cottage Inn
Dublin , Ireland
01.2018 - 07.2024
  • Managed bar staff, trained new hires, and implemented disciplinary procedures when necessary.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding quality of food or beverage service in a timely manner.
  • Analysed financial data such as costs associated with labour efficiency, waste reduction and cost control initiatives.
  • Prepared detailed reports on daily sales figures to track trends in customer preferences.
  • Managed day-to-day operations including opening and closing duties, scheduling shifts for employees, cash handling procedures and payroll processing.

Truck Driver

Network international
Dublin, Ireland
01.2009 - 12.2018
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.

Order Picker

Howley distribution
Dublin, Ireland
01.1999 - 12.2009
  • Followed established procedures for receiving incoming shipments and verifying contents against purchase orders.
  • Verified accuracy of orders by comparing items and quantities picked to customer invoices.
  • Stacked cartons on pallets according to size and weight specifications.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, pallet jacks or order pickers safely to move merchandise throughout the facility.

Order Picker

Spicers
Dublin, Ireland
01.1996 - 12.1999
  • Followed established procedures for receiving incoming shipments and verifying contents against purchase orders.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, pallet jacks or order pickers safely to move merchandise throughout the facility.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading items from delivery vehicles using appropriate lifting techniques.

Store Team Member

Skelly doors
Dublin , Ireland
01.1993 - 12.1996
  • Tracked shipments from vendors to ensure timely delivery of merchandise.
  • Assisted with unloading deliveries from trucks and organizing them.
  • Processed returns and exchanges according to company policy.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally and efficiently.

Trainee Chef

Ashling hotel
Dublin , Ireland
01.1991 - 12.1993
  • Assisted in the preparation of daily meals for restaurant customers.
  • Organized and restocked ingredients and food items to ensure efficient kitchen operations.
  • Maintained sanitation standards in the kitchen area including washing dishes, wiping counters, and sweeping floors.

Education

ICDLdigital Citizen

Ballyfermot Training Centre
Dublin 10
04-2025

Inter Cert

Emmet Road Vocational School
Inchicore, Dublin
05-1991

Level 5 QQI - Special Needs Assistant

Tallaght Training Centre
Dublin 24

Skills

  • Fitness training
  • Gym and cycling
  • DIY
  • Coaching football

References

  • Caroline Mc Grath- Course instructor for special needs

       0879711499

  • Pauline Queally- Principal, CBS James St

      014547756

Timeline

Bar Manager

The Cottage Inn
01.2018 - 07.2024

Truck Driver

Network international
01.2009 - 12.2018

Order Picker

Howley distribution
01.1999 - 12.2009

Order Picker

Spicers
01.1996 - 12.1999

Store Team Member

Skelly doors
01.1993 - 12.1996

Trainee Chef

Ashling hotel
01.1991 - 12.1993

ICDLdigital Citizen

Ballyfermot Training Centre

Inter Cert

Emmet Road Vocational School

Level 5 QQI - Special Needs Assistant

Tallaght Training Centre
David Thorpe