Martin Lawlor
Newbridge,Ireland
Summary
Dedicated and organised professional with extensive bartending expertise, adept in proactive and positive customer service. Demonstrates a strong safety consciousness with familiarity in fire safety protocols and knowledge of licensing laws. Skilled in cash handling, product stocking, and the use of bar equipment, including keg tapping and beer gas changing. Committed to flexible working hours and maintaining a patient work attitude.
Overview
1
1
Certification
39
39
years of professional experience
Work history
Maintenance worker
Emis health
Naas, Ireland
2020.02 - Current
- Maintained optimal operational conditions for tools through routine checks and servicing.
- Painted walls and ceilings with precision, improving overall appearance of the premises dramatically.
- Conducted routine inspections on fire safety equipment; ensured readiness during emergencies.
- Utilised hand tools for minor building repairs and improvements.
- Followed health and safety regulations strictly while performing daily duties, minimising workplace accidents.
- Operated power tools safely to carry out maintenance duties effectively.
- Upheld cleanliness standards within work areas by regular tidying up after completed tasks.
General manager
Naas Court Hotel
Naas
1993.06 - 2019.06
- Oversaw all aspects of daily operations, ensuring smooth running of the organisation.
- Conducted routine safety checks to adhere to health and safety regulations in premises.
- Managed cash handling procedures, reducing discrepancies in the daily tally.
- Mentored junior staff members fostering a supportive work atmosphere.
- Negotiated supplier contracts for better pricing and improved product quality.
- Coordinated events at the venue, leading to increased bookings.
- Trained new staff on customer service protocols to enhance guest experience.
- Monitored stock levels to avoid any potential shortages during peak hours.
- Ensured compliance with local licensing laws for smooth operation of the bar.
- Scheduled weekly rosters for staff allocation optimising resources efficiently.
- Improved staff performance through regular feedback sessions and training programmes.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies, ensured swift resolution of incidents.
- Managed a large team of security personnel to ensure effective operation.
- Facilitated smooth running of events averaging 700+ guests.
Fireman
Kildare Co.Co
Naas
1988.01 - 1994.12
- Participated in drills and training sessions to enhance professional skills.
- Rescued trapped individuals during emergencies, saving lives.
- Displayed emotional resilience whilst dealing with traumatic incidents, maintaining professionalism under pressure.
- Managed fire apparatus operations with precision and care.
- Executed daily maintenance routines of the fire station, ensuring a clean and organised workspace.
- Ensured public safety by responding swiftly to emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment for optimal performance in crisis situations.
- Facilitated first aid measures at incident sites, providing initial medical support until paramedics arrived.
- Controlled and extinguished fires, minimising damage to property.
- Calmly and effectively directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries and panic.
- Inspected equipment following each fire call to ascertain effective functionality of hoses, breathing masks and fire tools.
- Patrolled burnt areas after fires, locating and eliminating hot spots to prohibit flaring or rekindling.
- Educated public and community on fire safety and prevention methods to increase awareness.
Education
Naas Tech -
I did not sit my leaving cert.
NaasSkills
- Patient work attitude
- Fire safety familiarity
- Safety consciousness
- Flexible working hours
- Knowledge of licensing laws
- Product stocking
- Use of bar equipment
- Cash handling
- Keg tapping
- Proactive and positive customer service
- Organised and reliable
- Beer gas changing
- Bartending
Certification
Full clean Driving licence
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance worker
Emis health
2020.02 - Current
General manager
Naas Court Hotel
1993.06 - 2019.06
Fireman
Kildare Co.Co
1988.01 - 1994.12
Naas Tech -
I did not sit my leaving cert.