Brian Bench

• Collaborated cross-functionally with sales and marketing teams to ensure product availability aligned with promotional activities.
• Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain data integrity and inform purchasing decisions accurately.
• Reduced order fulfillment errors with thorough process evaluations and targeted staff training.
• Drove continuous improvement initiatives through ongoing analysis of operational processes leading to significant reduction in lead times.
• Optimized warehouse space utilization, implementing vertical storage solutions and efficient picking processes.
• Streamlined warehouse operations for increased efficiency, optimizing layout and storage systems.
• Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
• Labeled, organized and located inventory items in staging areas or on shelves according to quantity, size, or type of material.
• Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.

• Operated saws and slicers to cut meat, using safety protocols and procedures to avoid accidents.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring the highest quality and freshest meat products were available.
• Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to strict sanitation standards for food handling and safety.
• Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures.
• Assisted customers by finding requested items and providing preparation information for specific cuts of meat.
• Boosted sales through strategic merchandising of meat products, creating eye-catching displays and promotions.
• Reduced waste and shrinkage by closely monitoring product expiration dates and rotating stock accordingly.
• Trained new employees in company policies, best practices, and procedures for handling meat products safely.
• Conducted regular inspections of department equipment, ensuring proper maintenance for optimal performance levels was reached.
• Maintained compliance with all federal, state, and local food safety regulations through diligent record-keeping and regular staff training.
• Provided exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers with product selection, cooking techniques, and special requests.
• Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
• Ensured accurate pricing of all meat items by regularly updating price tags and signage as needed.
• Managed budgets for labor costs, inventory control, and ordering supplies while maintaining desired profit margins.
• Balanced staffing needs during peak times such as holidays or special events to ensure adequate coverage without sacrificing customer service quality levels.
• Completed inventory counts, reordered stock, and removed expired items from supply.
• Created signs and tags to price items for normal inventory and special promotions and to inform and educate customers.
• Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

• Assisted customers with special orders or custom requests, providing personalized service.
• Provided customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and offering expert advice on meat/ seafood selection and preparation.
• Conducted regular quality checks on meat/seafood products, ensuring adherence to company standards and food safety guidelines.
• Maintained a clean, safe, and sanitary work environment to comply with health regulations.
• Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures.
• Controlled inventory to manage stock levels and prevent waste.

• Customer satisfaction by providing expert advice on

meat /seafood selection and preparation techniques.

• Educated customers about various cuts of meat/seafood, cooking methods, and safe handling practices to enhance their overall experience.
• Skillfully performed precision cuts on various meats/seafood to meet specific customer requests or requirements.
• Upheld company standards for food safety, cleanliness, and sanitation within the butcher block department at all times.
• Kept meat/seafood cases fully stocked, clean and properly labeled to allow customers to find products quickly.