- Led a team of three baristas, assigning daily tasks, and providing guidance to ensure smooth operations.- Led by example by taking the barista role during shifts- Maintained exceptional customer service standards, demonstrating a friendly approachable personality, resolving complaints, and ensuring customer satisfaction.- Collaborated with management to develop and implement strategies to increase sales and enhance customer experience, and to ensure no conflict in orders.- Managed inventory levels, placed orders with suppliers, and ensured stock availability.- Oversaw cash register operations, handled financial transactions accurately, and reconciled sales at the end of each shift.- Trained new employees as baristas: explaining procedures, company policies and customer service standards

- Successfully secured £2660 funding through a highly competitive scheme for a summer research project- Conducted innovative research in the field of 3D printing and soft materials science, areas previously unfamiliar to me- Balanced a full-time lab project and an external job while maintaining high-quality research standards- Performed a series of meticulous experiments on the preparation of granular hydrogel suspensions- Demonstrated expertise in handling 3D printing technology and soft materials for scientific exploration- Applied critical thinking and problem-solving skills to navigate challenges in the experimental process- Made a finding of fundamental importance to the fields of soft matter physics and potentially tissue engineering, which significantly influenced the direction of my research group's work.- Results are currently being prepared for publication, with the potential to contribute to scientific knowledge globally- Ensured consistent progress on the research while meeting all project deadlines effectively- Collaborated effectively with fellow researchers and lab members, fostering a productive and supportive team environment- Actively participated in group discussions and contributed valuable insights to research brainstorming sessions- Presented research findings to peers in a clear, concise, and engaging manner- Adapted quickly to new research areas, demonstrating a strong aptitude for learning and grasping complex subjects- Embraced the challenge of exploring novel fields, expanding my knowledge base and skillset