Darren Smith
Reno,NV
Summary
Hardworking and strong individual with extensive knowledge of store organizations. Resourceful worker with training in management and equipment use. Proven history of reorganizing processes for increased productivity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Clerk
Smiths Food And Drug
Carson City, NV
10.2024 - Current
- 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- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
Personal Shopper
Instacart
Reno, NV
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Placed completed orders in labeled, temperature-appropriate storage pending customer pick up.
- Consistently met deadlines and quality goals for accuracy and timeliness.
- Memorized store layouts and planograms to fulfill orders using shortest, most efficient route.
- Maintained high satisfaction ratings by completing orders quickly and making good selections for customers.
Overnight Stocker
Smith's Food and Drug Stores
Lemon Valley
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Received, unloaded and documented incoming stock in warehouse and staged merchandise for easy retrievability
- Operated forklifts and hydraulic pallet jacks to move product loads to accurate locations
- Disposed of expired and overripe items to eliminate health risks.
Sales Representative
PepsiCo
Reno
10.2018 - 03.2021
- Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and retain business
- Monitored customer order process and addressed customer issues
- Created and implemented store displays, promoting sales and growth.
Grocery Manager
Smiths Food And Drug
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
- Enhanced store presentation through regular merchandising updates and innovative display techniques.
Overnight Stocker and Clerk
Smith's Food and Drug Store
Reno
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Gathered assigned merchandise and transported to store floor locations using hand trucks
- Stocked, arranged and organized merchandise on shelves according to merchandising guidelines
- Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep store clean, maintained and organized.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dayton High School
Dayton, NV03.2012
Skills
- Safety awareness
- Equipment operation
- Unloading merchandise
- Stocking products
- Customer Service
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Produce Clerk
Smiths Food And Drug
10.2024 - Current
Overnight Stocker
Smith's Food and Drug Stores
07.2022 - 07.2023
Personal Shopper
Instacart
01.2022 - 10.2024
Sales Representative
PepsiCo
10.2018 - 03.2021
Grocery Manager
Smiths Food And Drug
01.2017 - 10.2018
Overnight Stocker and Clerk
Smith's Food and Drug Store
03.2014 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
Dayton High School