Corey Howell
Vero Beach,FL
Summary
High-energy manager with solid background in retail environments and specialty experience in grocery management. Proficient in organizing and minimizing shrinkage of perishable goods. Skillful delegator and organizational problem-solver.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Produce Manager
Winn Dixie Supermarket
2023.01 - 2024.05
- Trained and supervised produce staff for optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
- Maintained produce display, and prep and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service and consistent delivery of high-quality products.
- Managed product rotation to minimize waste, optimizing freshness and quality of available goods.
- Coached and mentored new team members.
- Maintained safety standards throughout the department, ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
- Assisted customers with produce questions.
- Conducted regular inventory audits, addressing discrepancies and minimizing shrinkage due to theft or spoilage.
- Purchased produce following guidelines of marketing plan.
- Improved produce department efficiency by implementing streamlined inventory management processes.
- Implemented effective merchandising techniques, leading to increased visibility of seasonal items and specialty products.
- Maintained produce area and kept produce storage area clean and sanitary.
- Selected items for specials and marked down items to reduce losses.
- Coordinated closely with other departments within the store, fostering a collaborative environment focused on customer satisfaction and overall success.
- Assisted customers with questions or concerns regarding produce items, providing knowledgeable advice on storage tips and recipe suggestions when needed.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and implementing development plans as necessary.
- Priced produce to achieve margin and sales goals.
- Collaborated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries, maintaining a well-stocked produce section.
- Kept department equipment in working order and advised general manager of equipment repair or replacement needs.
- Oversaw budgeting responsibilities for the produce department, maximizing profitability without compromising on quality.
- Developed eye-catching displays and promotions to increase sales and drive customer interest in new products.
- Planned attractive produce displays, using color and texture to enhance.
Deli Associate
Winn Dixie Supermarket
2018.03 - 2023.01
- Prepared hot dishes and maintained a clean area for customers, to insure 100% customer satisfaction
- Sliced and served different types of delicatessen meats and answered customer inquiries
- Monitored and replenished product in hot and cold deli cases
- Maintained high standards of food quality by reviewing shipments, over seeing preparations and monitoring food safety
Education
High School Diploma -
St. James Academy
Ft. Pierce, FL06.2007
Skills
- Customer Service
- Retail management experience
- Retail Inventory Management
- Quality Control Analysis
- Health department standards
Certification
Food Safety
National Registry of Food Safety Professionals
- Insuring personal hygiene
- Managing food holding time and temperatures
- Preventing contamination, cross-contamination, and cross contact
- Managing cooking times and temperatures
- Managing cleaning and sanitizing activities
Timeline
Produce Manager
Winn Dixie Supermarket
2023.01 - 2024.05
Deli Associate
Winn Dixie Supermarket
2018.03 - 2023.01
High School Diploma -
St. James Academy
Food Safety
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