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Aaron Gorby

Lampasas,TX

Summary

Driven Deli Team Lead at HEB Grocery Store, I enhanced customer satisfaction and increased revenue through effective upselling. Skilled in food safety compliance and team leadership, I fostered a productive environment and improved service quality. Demonstrated strong work ethic and interactive communication, contributing significantly to operational excellence and customer service achievements.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deli Team Lead

HEB Grocery Store
07.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and efficient service in the deli department.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations regarding food safety and sanitation practices.
  • Increased revenue through upselling techniques that highlighted premium product options available within the department.
  • Contributed to budget preparation by providing input on staffing needs, equipment upgrades, and other operational expenses.
  • Trained new team members on proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures for a safer working environment.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback for continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspaces, promoting efficiency within the deli team operations.
  • Utilized strong communication skills to resolve customer complaints promptly, maintaining positive relationships.
  • Led a team of deli associates, fostering teamwork and improving overall productivity levels.
  • Monitored inventory levels closely to prevent stockouts while minimizing excess waste from expired products.
  • Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
  • Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.
  • Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
  • Monitored inventory levels to order new supplies and maintain consistent stock.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.

Academy Sergeant Instructor

State of California Department of Corrections
10.2013 - 08.2017

Supervised amd trained cadets in numerous lesson plans to prepare them for a career in Corrections. Duties included report writing, data entry, effective communication, tactical skills and CPR.

Correctional Officer

State of California Department of Corrections
11.2001 - 09.2013

Followed chain of command protocol and assessed emergency situations, supervised inmates in various settings, which included transport, housing, yard activities, kitchen and vocational training.

Education

Critical Response Team Academy
San Louis Obisobo, CA
10.2002

Fire Science Certification -

Butte College
Oroville, CA
02.1998

High School Dipolma -

Lassen High School
Susanville, CA
05.1995

Skills

Strong Work Ethic

Customer Service

Honesty and Integrity

Cleaning and sanitizing

Cleanliness and sanitation

Food safety knowledge

Interactive communication skills

Food preparations

Heavy Lifting

Food Preparation

Safe Food Handling

Organizational abilities

Pricing and shelf labeling

Flexible Schedule

Proper food handling

Equipment use

Work Area Maintenance

Sanitation Practices

Inventory Counts

Cooking

Product Stocking and Rotation

Equipment Operation

Product Knowledge

Hospitality service expertise

Safe Food Handling Practices

Food Safety Compliance

Platter and Tray Preparation

Food Safety Standards

Quality Inspections

Performance Improvement

Sales expertise

Inventory checks

Certification

Safe Food Handling Certificate

Timeline

Deli Team Lead

HEB Grocery Store
07.2019 - Current

Academy Sergeant Instructor

State of California Department of Corrections
10.2013 - 08.2017

Correctional Officer

State of California Department of Corrections
11.2001 - 09.2013

Critical Response Team Academy

Fire Science Certification -

Butte College

High School Dipolma -

Lassen High School
Aaron Gorby