Dennis Obermiller
Kincheloe
Summary
Hello, my name is Dennis, I am a dedicated meat cutter and manager with extensive experience in the meat industry, demonstrating a proven track record from entry-level meat clerk to department manager. Expertise in overseeing operations, ensuring quality standards, and leading teams to deliver exceptional service. I'd like to meer to discuss how this background can contribute to the success of your team.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Front End Worker/ Cashier
Cedarville Foods
Cedarville, MI
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring satisfaction and fostering loyalty.
- Managed cash register operations, accurately processing transactions and balancing daily sales.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline front-end processes and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved concerns promptly to improve service quality.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and reporting any hazards observed in the workspace immediately.
Front End Worker/ Cashier
Midpoint Marathon Gas
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
10.2024 - Current
- Engaged with customers to offer assistance and effectively manage complaints to enhance satisfaction.
- Conducted regular cleaning and organization of all areas, including bathrooms, shelves, pumps, windows, counters, and floors, to uphold hygiene standards.
- Oversaw cash register activities, including transaction processing and end-of-day reconciliation for financial accuracy.
- Achieved a secure shopping environment by actively monitoring for theft. Enhanced store safety through regular assessments and proactive measures.
- Conducted regular inventory checks and maintained optimal stock levels on shelves and behind the counter.
Meat Manager
Save A Lot
Saginaw, MI
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Performed all duties related to being a meat manager in a market environment.
- Ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards mandated by state, federal and OSHA regulations.
- Monitored equipment usage to guarantee compliance with safety standards among employees.
- Oversaw performance management and professional development initiatives for meat department employees.
- Monitored and evaluated product stock levels to maintain high standards of quality and freshness.
- Welcome and receive orders from customers as well as educate them on products, as well as take special orders.
- Addressed customer questions and concerns to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Interface with other department heads to accomplish job functions.
- Developed and implemented training sessions to equip new employees with essential skills and knowledge.
- Applied knowledge of weight measurement techniques to accurately weigh and label meat products, supporting quality control standards.
- Maintained hygiene standards by regularly cleaning knives, scales, display cases, saws, meat tenderizers, and wrapping equipment to support food safety protocols.
- Oversaw preparation and packaging of meat and deli products to maintain quality standards. Managed weighing and mixing processes to ensure consistency in product offerings. Directed tenderizing operations to improve flavor and texture of items.
Meat Manager
Onekama EZ Market
Onekama, MI
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Performed all daily tasks listed above.
Meat Manager
Jack’s Fruit and Meat Market
Saginaw, MI
01.2009 - 01.2019
- Performed all daily tasks listed above.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bay City Central High School
Bay City, MI01-1987
Skills
- Customer Service–Helping with customer complaints, requests and queries
- Interpersonal Skills– Being able to effectively communicate with my employees, customers and peers well
- Cleanliness– Able to keep the station clean and free of any hazard to ensure safety in the work area
- Machinery– Able to safely and efficiently use different machinery such as a mixer grinder, band saw and tenderizer, as well as knives and scales
- Basic Math– Able to quickly calculate numbers using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Efficiency– Able to perform duties quickly and effectively with proper training
Timeline
Front End Worker/ Cashier
Cedarville Foods
03.2025 - Current
Front End Worker/ Cashier
Midpoint Marathon Gas
10.2024 - Current
Meat Manager
Save A Lot
08.2021 - 11.2022
Meat Manager
Onekama EZ Market
10.2019 - 05.2020
Meat Manager
Jack’s Fruit and Meat Market
01.2009 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Bay City Central High School