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Christian Doak

Callahan,FL

Summary

Enthusiastic Produce Clerk skilled in organizing merchandise and creating appealing product displays. Dedicated and driven to address challenges and develop creative solutions. Offering experience in customer-facing roles.

Punctual and reliable grocery professional accomplished in placing orders, clearing old product and managing markdowns. Skilled in customer relations, work organization and problem-solving. Over 6 years working in grocery industry.

Adept at following health code standards for customer safety and monitoring cooler temperatures. Good presentation skills for both fruit and vegetables. Effective at moving older products by building special displays. Efficient Produce Associate focused on maintaining clean, tidy and smooth department. Good multitasker adept at assisting customers, restocking merchandise and handling spills with little oversight. Over 4+ years of experience in fresh food sales.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Store Manager

Dollar General
Callahan, FL
12.2022 - Current
  • Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
  • Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
  • Organized promotional events to increase product awareness.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
  • Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
  • Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.
  • Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
  • Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.

I started off as a regular associate in december of 2022. in march of 2023 became the assistant store manager of dg 1333 in callahan. In the beginning of 2024 became the store manager of 2 different stores.

Produce Associate

Winn Dixie
Callahan, FL
08.2018 - 09.2022
  • Greeted customers and provided immediate and courteous service.
  • Restocked produce and removed expired or damaged merchandise.
  • Cleaned shelves and restocked with new inventory when products stock ran low.
  • Followed company guidelines for cleaning and sanitizing work surfaces and equipment.
  • Examined grocery products to immediately remove from stock expired or spoiled items, adhering to "first in, first out" rule.
  • Prepared products by adding tags and readying pallets for restocking.
  • Monitored work environment to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization.
  • Received and unloaded new products upon delivery, checking for damage and order accuracy.
  • Checked prices and located products for customers.
  • Assisted customers with product, promotion and policy information.
  • Operated balers, power jacks and slicing machines.
  • Reviewed tags on product shelves and made requested pricing changes.
  • Placed new produce orders based on expected demand.
  • Updated pricing and sales signs to promote merchandise.
  • Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
  • Checked delivered merchandise and order information to verify shipment accuracy.
  • Assisted with weekly and monthly inventory audits and rotated stock to reduce waste.
  • Maintained work areas to reduce potential for illness or injury.
  • Stayed calm and professional in situations and resolved conflicts to customer satisfaction.
  • Sanitized and kept work areas tidy by cleaning surfaces, equipment and floors, removing trash and maintaining machinery.
  • Answered telephone inquiries about available menu items, products and services and delivered appropriate information so customers could make valid choices.
  • Received new inventory and rotated stock by dates to keep items fresh and usable.
  • Cleaned utensils, dishes and glasses for customer use.
  • Closely adhered to food safety and sanitation procedures established by company and regulatory agencies.
  • Organized ingredients and restocked supplies to prepare for busy periods.
  • Acquired new skills to support team and further accommodate customer needs.
  • Assessed customer needs, evaluated food allergies and suggested additional menu items as appropriate.
  • Stored perishable food items in freezer or refrigerator to protect from spoilage.
  • Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare meals.
  • Distributed new item samples to customers to provide opportunities for individuals to try products before purchase.
  • Gave exceptional customer service to guests during peak business periods, resulting in increased sales and boost in revenues.
  • Communicated effectively with deli counter customers to answer questions and make recommendations.
  • Updated food displays, cases and other customer-facing areas to increase sales of special items.
  • Checked and recorded refrigerator and freezer temperatures to maintain food quality and freshness.
  • Used mental math and available tools to total materials needed, costs and payments due.
  • Created aesthetically pleasing food arrangements for special orders and party trays.
  • Documented and entered special orders for event catering and party trays.
  • Completed orders according to customer preferences, improving patron retention.
  • Worked with customers placing large or specialized orders, providing samples and recommendations and responding to requests.
  • Completed orders by slicing, weighing, packaging and pricing meats and cheeses.
  • Educated team members on how to safely handle products, use equipment and keep accurate records in accordance with food safety guidelines.
  • Reviewed quality of displayed products and removed old or poor quality merchandise.
  • Followed cleaning schedule for floors, walls and storage areas.
  • Worked safely and efficiently when handling seafood products.
  • Took apart equipment to rinse, clean and sanitize components.
  • Placed proper signage on products to display pricing, description, code dating and COOL information.
  • Received inventory and stock and verified receipt of ordered products and orders.
  • Cut, wrapped, weighed and tared seafood department products.
  • Cleaned and maintained department equipment by breaking down and reassembling equipment and washing appropriate parts with sanitizing solution.
  • Prepared cases by pulling products out of case, re-icing case and putting products in fresh pans.
  • Adhered to established recipes when preparing seafood entrees.
  • Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
  • Educated customers on product and service offerings.
  • Escorted customers to products and pointed out complementary items to boost store sales.
  • Stayed up to date on store promotions, payment policies and security practices.
  • Recommended optimal merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
  • Maintained visually appealing and effective displays for entire store to drive sustained revenue and move target products.
  • Demonstrated products to customers, discussed features and redirected objections to capture sales.
  • Observed customer behaviors to identify security threats and escalate concerns to supervisors.
  • Communicated with customers about offerings, including policies, restrictions and refund policies.
  • Drove sales of and products by applying proactive nature, knowledge of customer preferences and active listening skills.
  • Maintained merchandise presentation by stocking and rotating merchandise.
  • Received and stocked merchandise and organized and maintained backroom by following company safety, cleaning and operating procedures.
  • Processing freight and preparing backroom for incoming freight.
  • Arranged and organized merchandise and supplies and identified shrink and damages to maintain work environment.
  • Acknowledged customers, identified needs and assisted with purchasing decisions to deliver exceptional service.
  • Complied with company standards of ethics and integrity by implementing action plans and executing business processes and practices.
  • Leveraged policies, data and resources to complete work assignments and priorities.
  • Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
  • Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
  • Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
  • Greeted customers and retrieved requested products to drive satisfaction.
  • Moved and rebuilt shelves, racks and displays to increase visibility of merchandise.
  • Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies.
  • Prepared cut vegetables and fruits and packaged for purchase.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Nassau County High School
Callahan, FL
05.2017

Skills

  • Sanitizing procedures
  • Operating hand trucks
  • Skid breakdown
  • Product displays
  • Ordering products
  • Merchandising produce
  • Product knowledge
  • Deductive reasoning
  • Food preparation
  • Supermarket stocking
  • Safety standards
  • Coaching new hires
  • Training and mentoring
  • Checking cooler temperatures
  • Communication
  • Friendly, positive attitude

Timeline

Store Manager

Dollar General
12.2022 - Current

Produce Associate

Winn Dixie
08.2018 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

West Nassau County High School
Christian Doak