David Whitford
Charlestown
Summary
Hard-working Driving Instructor offering 16 years of outstanding student satisfaction and extensive success in instructor roles. In my current role as a Driver Tester having a expert knowledge of local area and offering supervisors alternative test routes when requested. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
APPROVED DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
A-Plus Driving school
Charlestown
06.1998 - 03.2017
- Provided practical, hands-on training to new drivers while maintaining a friendly and professional service
- Ensured readiness of students for tests through teaching to a consistently high level to meet with Road Safety Authority required standards
- Maintained detailed student progress records, ensuring discretion and confidentiality in line with data protection laws
- Taught practical and theoretical driving lessons to successfully complete the EDT syllabus.
HEAD CHEF
Blake's restaurant
whitehall
01.1994 - 05.1998
- Meticulously checked delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity, maintaining high food quality standards
- Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development and conducting performance reviews
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability
- Monitored linework processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
CHEF
Brady's restaurant
castlenock
09.1991 - 01.1994
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes that delighted patrons and resulted in repeat business
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability
- Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
ARMY SOLDIER
Royal Irish Regiment
Ballymena
02.1985 - 09.1991
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Associate of Arts - Catering
British Military Royal Logistic Corp
Palace Barracks Co Holywood Co Down 06-1989
Leaving Certificate Examination -
Patrician Collage
Finglas09.1983
Skills
- Employee training and development
- Team leadership
- Lesson planning
- Communication skills
- Self-motivated
- Attention to detail
- Categories B,C and D Licence
Timeline
APPROVED DRIVING INSTRUCTOR
A-Plus Driving school
06.1998 - 03.2017
HEAD CHEF
Blake's restaurant
01.1994 - 05.1998
CHEF
Brady's restaurant
09.1991 - 01.1994
ARMY SOLDIER
Royal Irish Regiment
02.1985 - 09.1991
Associate of Arts - Catering
British Military Royal Logistic Corp
Leaving Certificate Examination -
Patrician Collage
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