Open to work
Olly Manning
Escape Hunt Reading
Reading,Berkshire
Work history
5 Years
2021.09 - 2026.09
5 Years
Games Master
Escape Hunt Reading | King St
2021.09 - 2026.09
- Ran all 9 available games (indoor and outdoor), hosted guests, served drinks, and performed as various characters, enhancing guest engagement and experience.
- Oversaw health & safety standards and cleanliness of venue, maintained rooms, operated all equipment, and trained new colleagues on room operations and Games Master duties.
- Led the site in the absence of the General Manager and Supervisor.
- Interacted with diverse individuals as part of the team and as guests, developing leadership skills to effectively address their needs.
1 Year 9 Months
2018.06 - 2020.03
1 Year 9 Months
Recreational Attendant
Rivermead Leisure Centre | Reading, Berkshire
2018.06 - 2020.03
- Served as Lifeguard for centre’s 2 swimming pools, set up activities, de-rigged equipment, and maintained overall cleanliness of centre.
- Helped guests understand rules of various games to avoid confusion or accidents.
- Completed monthly training to maintain Lifeguard skills and stay current on health, safety, and first aid standards.
8 Years 6 Months
2018.03
8 Years 6 Months
Bar Staff
The Three Guineas | Reading, Berkshire
2018.03
- My position was primarily to work on the front bar. Received partial training on bar-back duties and serving drinks.
4 Months
2014.03 - 2014.07
4 Months
Ride Operator
Crealy Great Adventure Park | Exeter, Devon
2014.03 - 2014.07
- Received 100% approval rating from a mystery guest for performance on Go-Karts during summer half-term, reflecting commitment to guest satisfaction.
- Took responsibility for training new team members on operation of all three rides, ensuring consistent service quality and safety standards.
- After the first month, I was then soon trained on two more Rides (‘The Bumper Boats’ and ‘The Go-karts’) which proved to be more physically demanding to operate. The Go-karts became my most frequent position so in time I could operate the ride flawlessly.
- Trained on 'The Log Flume', focused on engaging guests to enhance their experience, prioritising safety and maintaining cleanliness at the workstation.
Skills
Health and Safety Compliance
Game management
Rules knowledge
Customer engagement
Leadership
Team leadership
Adaptability in scenarios
Time management proficiency
Education
Exeter School | Exeter, Devon | 2007.01 - 2013.01
- A-Levels: A2 Maths (A), Physics (B), Drama and Theatre Studies (B)
- GSCEs: 1 A*, 4As, 5Bs
BA (Hons) - Acting
The University of Northampton | Northampton, Northamptonshire | 2014.01 - 2017.01
Second-Class Honours, Upper division
Languages
English
Native
Affiliations
- Acting
- Singing
- Playing Video Games
- Reading
- Movies and TV
Timeline
Games Master
Escape Hunt Reading
2021.09 - 2026.09Read more
Recreational Attendant
Rivermead Leisure Centre
2018.06 - 2020.03Read more
Bar Staff
The Three Guineas
2018.03 Read more
Ride Operator
Crealy Great Adventure Park
2014.03 - 2014.07Read more
The University of Northampton - BA (Hons), Acting
2014.01 - 2017.01Read more
Exeter School - ,
2007.01 - 2013.01Read more
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Work preference
Job search status:
Open to work
Work Type
Part timeFull time
Location preference
On-siteRemote
Salary range
£13/hr - £1000/hr
Personal Information
Nationality: British
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13
Years of experience
9
years of post-secondary education
Customer-focused professional skilled in delivering exceptional service and fostering welcoming environments. Strong leadership and teamwork capabilities enhance effective communication and engagement. Experience in public speaking and creative problem-solving supports adaptability in diverse scenarios while ensuring health and safety compliance.