CHRISTOPHER DELLINGER
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Dynamic Center Store Manager at Lowes Foods LLC with proven expertise in operations management and team leadership. Successfully optimized inventory processes, achieving significant cost control while fostering a collaborative work environment. Adept at problem-solving and communication, driving sales growth and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Center Store Manager
Lowes Foods LLC
Apex, NC
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted regular inspections of center store areas to ensure cleanliness and safety compliance.
- Managed inventory levels, product rotation, and shelf placement for optimal visibility.
- Scheduled employee shifts based on demand forecasts while adhering to labor budgets.
- Fostered a positive team environment through effective leadership and support for associates.
- Monitored monthly sales against budget targets for center store departments.
- Performed operational audits to identify improvement opportunities.
- Ensured adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and safety standards.
Account Specialist
Integrated Access Corporation
Schwenksville, PA
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Worked with Chefs and Food Service Directors across multiple platforms to promote the use of our products.
- Built strong and trusting relationships with clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Solved problems by updating accounts on a regular and complex basis.
- Collaborated with food service distribution companies the ensure our products were kept in stock for customers.
Kitchen Manager
Tazza Kitchen Stone Creek Village
Cary, NC
03.2019 - 05.2021
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients and preparation methods.
- Produced accurate and thorough management reports.
- Identified, investigated and corrected operational issues such as inventory waste or theft to keep business operating at optimal levels.
- Developed positive vendor relationships.
- Managed inventory to achieve targeted gross profit margin.
- Hired, trained and managed all kitchen staff, including employee development, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
- Maintained facility compliance with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations while streamlining productivity initiatives to comply with restaurant protocols.
- Scheduled staff accordingly to meet the goals of a labor budget.
- Consistently produced the lowest cost of goods within the company.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Tazza Kitchen Stone Creek Village
Cary, NC
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Assisted with scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained new hires to ensure food safety and quality protocols were met.
- Followed all cleaning and sanitation procedures in accordance with health department standards.
- Consistently prepared dishes to order in a fast paced high stress environment.
- Worked closely with other team members to provide a quality guest experience.
Line Cook
Tazza Kitchen Stone Creek Village
Cary, NC
12.2016 - 02.2018
- Cook food items according to high quality standards, ensuring dishes are prepared according to chef's recipes to ensure superior customer satisfaction.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Recorded and reported status of various ingredient stock levels to notify manager to reorder products.
- Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment, sanitation and safety.
- Maintained hygienic kitchen by regularly mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing all utensils and glassware.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of all food products.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Geological Science
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC01.2016
High School Diploma -
West Caldwell High School
Lenoir, NC01.2011
Skills
- Operations management
- Budgeting and cost control
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Inventory management
- Payroll processing
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Organizational skills
Certification
SafeServ Certified: Food Handler
Center for Creative Leadership: College of Leadership Completion
Timeline
Center Store Manager
Lowes Foods LLC
07.2022 - Current
Account Specialist
Integrated Access Corporation
06.2021 - 06.2022
Kitchen Manager
Tazza Kitchen Stone Creek Village
03.2019 - 05.2021
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Tazza Kitchen Stone Creek Village
02.2018 - 03.2019
Line Cook
Tazza Kitchen Stone Creek Village
12.2016 - 02.2018
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Wake Technical Community College
Bachelor of Science - Geological Science
East Carolina University
High School Diploma -
West Caldwell High School
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