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Calvin Ferrell

Sarasota,FL

Summary

Experienced professional in produce management with expertise in inventory management, quality control, and exceptional customer service. Recognized for collaboration within teams and ability to adapt to evolving requirements. Demonstrates a track record of achieving outcomes through strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Produce Manager

Sprouts Farmer Market
07.2024 - Current
  • Continuously improved processes and procedures within the department to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and increase overall profitability.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills by stepping into management roles when necessary, ensuring smooth operations in the absence of a manager.
  • Participated in regular department meetings to discuss performance metrics, strategies for improvement, and upcoming promotional activities.
  • Assisted in training new team members, fostering an environment of teamwork and continuous learning for all staff.
  • Maintained a clean and inviting produce section, adhering to food safety guidelines and store standards for quality assurance.
  • Coached and mentored new team members.

Prepared Foods Team Member

Whole Foods Market Inc
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring efficient food preparation and safety.
  • Completed all hot and cold food assignments to meet deadlines for meal preparation.
  • Stocked food items upon manger request and adhered to food safety standards at all times.
  • Stored refrigerated and frozen items at correct temperatures to comply with food safety rules.
  • Greeted customers with friendly demeanor to enhance positive guest experience.

Produce

Heebs Market/Town & Country Foods
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Inventory and ordering
  • Training and delegation of tasks to all team members
  • Unloading delivery trucks
  • Forklift certified
  • Breaking down pallets, and stocking produce/grocery
  • Cleaning and stocking fresh produce

Lead Line Cook

MAP Brewing
01.2018 - 01.2021
  • Responsible for set up and break down of kitchen
  • Trimming, cutting, and portioning meats
  • Training and coaching of new team members
  • Daily lunch and dinner specials
  • Executing orders in a timely manner in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Sous Chef

The Mint Bar, and Grill
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Assisted with staff recruitment and corrective actions
  • Weekly ordering and monthly inventory
  • Training and supervision of new team members
  • Construction of menus and recipes for cost efficiency
  • Creation of nightly specials

Executive Chef

Bacchus Pub
01.2009 - 01.2016
  • Hiring, training, and managing all staff
  • Creating menu items, and constructing recipes
  • Design of nightly entree specials
  • Weekly inventory, and food cost control
  • Ordering of all food, beverages, and paper products

Skills

  • Stock rotation
  • Task delegation
  • Merchandising strategies
  • Ordering procedures
  • Customer service
  • Inventory counting
  • Department supervision
  • Professional and courteous
  • Customer relations
  • Scheduling and coordinating

Interests

  • Backpacking and Hiking
  • Music
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Yoga
  • Camping

Timeline

Assistant Produce Manager

Sprouts Farmer Market
07.2024 - Current

Prepared Foods Team Member

Whole Foods Market Inc
01.2024 - 07.2024

Produce

Heebs Market/Town & Country Foods
01.2021 - 01.2023

Lead Line Cook

MAP Brewing
01.2018 - 01.2021

Sous Chef

The Mint Bar, and Grill
01.2016 - 01.2018

Executive Chef

Bacchus Pub
01.2009 - 01.2016

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