Colton Shelley
Clinton,UT
Summary
Professional food industry leader with extensive experience in meat department operations. Proven track record of optimizing inventory, ensuring quality standards, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Strong focus on team collaboration, flexible response to changing needs, and achieving results. Skilled in staff training, vendor relations, and regulatory compliance. Reliable and adaptable, consistently driving performance improvements and operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Manager
Smiths Food And Drug
12.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior staff members in proper meat handling techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Directed the implementation of new merchandising layouts to showcase featured products and drive sales growth in the department.
- Implemented employee training programs focused on enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills among team members.
- Developed and executed successful holiday promotions, including special offers and themed displays designed to attract shoppers during peak seasonal periods.
- Collaborated with store management to develop successful promotional strategies for meat department offerings.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing daily operations of the meat department, consistently meeting targets for sales growth and customer satisfaction.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and recommendations on meat selections.
- Reduced waste costs by implementing effective inventory management and rotation systems.
- Optimized staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak shopping hours, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
- Managed ordering process for all meat products, streamlining procedures to improve efficiency while reducing overstock issues.
Meat Cutter
Smiths Food And Drug
09.2015 - 12.2023
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Exhibited excellent communication skills when addressing customer inquiries or concerns promptly, resulting in repeat business.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.
- Collaborated with team members to keep the department fully stocked and visually appealing for increased sales.
- Reduced waste by accurately portioning meat products according to customer specifications.
Meat Cutter
Associated Food Stores
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Exhibited excellent communication skills when addressing customer inquiries or concerns promptly, resulting in repeat business.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.
Produce Clerk
Associated Food Stores
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
- Maintained a clean and organized produce section by promptly removing damaged or expired items, sanitizing surfaces, and restocking shelves.
- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
- Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
Courtesy Clerk
Associated Foods Stores
05.2012 - 09.2014
- Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
- Maintained cleanliness of store premises, resulting in an inviting shopping environment for customers.
- Helped customers take merchandise out of store and loaded items into vehicles.
- Helped maintain a positive store image by keeping entranceways clean, clear, and welcoming for customers.
Education
Journeyman Meat Cutter - Meat
On Site Apprenticeship
Kaysville, UT09.2015
High School Diploma - General Studies
Layton High School
Layton, UT06.2015
Skills
Managing a diverse team
Excellent customer service
Managing inventory
Effectively managing stressful situations
Calm attitude
Open to learning new things quickly and effectively
Take pride and ownership of tasks
Timeline
Meat Manager
Smiths Food And Drug
12.2023 - Current
Meat Cutter
Smiths Food And Drug
09.2015 - 12.2023
Meat Cutter
Associated Food Stores
09.2014 - 09.2015
Produce Clerk
Associated Food Stores
09.2014 - 09.2015
Courtesy Clerk
Associated Foods Stores
05.2012 - 09.2014
Journeyman Meat Cutter - Meat
On Site Apprenticeship
High School Diploma - General Studies
Layton High School
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