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2nd Year Computer Science student | Queen’s University Belfast

Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

About

Diligent and ambitious second-year Computer Science student at Queen’s University Belfast, with hands-on experience in team-based software development and proficiency in multiple programming languages. Successfully balanced academic studies with a role as a food and beverage assistant, gaining valuable professional skills relevant to both the technology and hospitality industry such as teamwork, customer service, and communication. Eager to apply technical and interpersonal skills in a software engineering environment.

Experience

  • Food And Beverage Assistant at Fairways Hotel Dundalk
    May 2022 - Sep 2025 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Co-ordinated as a member of a catering team to provide excellent customer service at weekly events such as weddings and conferences, catering to upwards of 200 guests on a regular basis. Gained practical skills such as problem-solving and to resolve customer issues and learned how to adapt to different client’s needs. Obtained other valuable professional skills such as resource management, teamwork, discipline and dedication. Awarded the iNua collection” Unseen Hero of The Year” award out of the 200+ people employed between both Fairways Hotel and The Gateway Hotel in County Louth.