Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

ELIZABETH WALTER

Price Chopper
Schenectady,NY
18
years of professional experience

Dynamic Bakery Manager at Price Chopper with proven expertise in food management and team leadership. Achieved high-quality cake presentation and efficient bakery operations, enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in inventory management and employee training, fostering a results-driven environment that consistently meets production goals.

Work History

Bakery Manager

12 Years 6 Months
Price Chopper | 04.2014 - 10.2026

Operated as front end cashier to support day-to-day store transactions.

Managed closing duties in bakery operations.

Mastered cake preparation techniques and baking processes.

Managed daily production workflow activities.

Transitioned to full-time closing role, owning end-of-sale responsibilities.

Decorated cakes with consistent, high-quality presentation.

Provided team assistance under Team Lead direction.

Managed bakery operations, overseeing daily production, quality control, and team workflows.

Seafood Clerk/ Meat Clerk

1 Year 9 Months
Hannaford Supermarket | 09.2011 - 06.2013
  • Stocked seafood display cases, rotated product, and removed unsellable items to keep freshness standards.
  • Weighed, wrapped, and labeled seafood products to meet store and food-safety standards.
  • Helped customers choose products, place special orders, and get preparation guidance.
  • Checked refrigeration temperatures and followed sanitation steps to support food safety compliance.
  • Prepared seafood by trimming, cleaning, and portioning products for service.
  • Replenished supplies, ice, and packaging materials to keep department operations moving.
  • Shared inventory needs and product availability to support accurate ordering and merchandising.
  • Followed HACCP and department procedures while keeping work areas clean and organized.
  • Worked with team members to maintain clean, organized, and safe conditions for employees and customers.
  • Maintained high cleanliness standards through daily sanitation of cutting boards, utensils, display cases, and work surfaces.
  • Washed floors, walls, coolers, and storage shelves.
  • Completed routine quality checks to support food safety standards in seafood department.
  • Answered customer questions and concerns in polite, professional manner to support positive shopping experience.
  • Cleaned and sanitized seafood area to protect product quality and guest safety.
  • Cleaned and sanitized equipment, tools, and work surfaces.

Cleaner

1 Year 7 Months
Diversified Maintenance | 05.2011 - 12.2012

Dust shelving, bathroom stalls, and other surfaces. Vacuum carpets and remove stuck-on stains. Shampoo carpet, clean windows, scrub restrooms, take out trash, and dust mop floors using floor machine for tile. Assisted with dusting shelving, bathroom stalls, and surfaces. Supported carpet care by vacuuming, removing stains, and shampooing carpet. Helped maintain facility cleanliness by washing windows, scrubbing restrooms, removing trash, dust mopping floors, and using floor machine on tile.

Front End / Bakery Clerk

3 Years 5 Months
ShopRite | 04.2009 - 09.2012
  • Prepared baked goods to meet production standards and daily store demand.
  • Stocked bakery displays, rotated products, and kept fresh presentation.
  • Assessed product quality and removed items no longer meeting freshness standards.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, special orders, and ingredient questions.
  • Packaged, labeled, and priced bakery items for sales floor placement.
  • Maintained clean workstations, equipment, and storage areas to support food safety.
  • Followed sanitation procedures and handled food products in line with department standards.
  • Replenished inventory, monitored supply levels, and supported smooth bakery operations.
  • Checked expiration dates and rotated products to verify freshness and prevent spoilage.
  • Balanced multiple tasks during busy periods while delivering strong customer service.
  • Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies and drive sales.
  • Kept work area tidy and organized to meet cleanliness standards.
  • Maintained compliance with food safety regulations through clean, organized workspace practices.
  • Assisted with inventory management by tracking stock levels and replenishing supplies as needed.
  • Helped train new employees on baking techniques, equipment usage, and customer service best practices.
  • Monitored counter and display inventory by replacing stock and requesting new kitchen products to keep areas well-stocked.
  • Managed incoming bakery deliveries by verifying order accuracy and freshness upon arrival.
  • Inspected goods to confirm accurate pricing and labeling.
  • Supported positive bakery team communication through open feedback and constructive discussions.

Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Kingston High School | Kingston, NY

Skills

Order management
Employee scheduling
Supply ordering
Food management experience
Supervisory experience
Food presentation
Bakery operations
Preventive Maintenance
Waste reduction
Allergy awareness
Sanitation procedures
Business management
Food cost analysis
Recipe development
POS system operation
Cost control
Ingredient knowledge
Expiration monitoring
Pastry techniques
Recipe creation
Social media marketing
Commercial production
Well-versed in menu planning
Menu planning
Portion control
Nutritional analysis
Expense tracking
Recipe creation and conversion
Baking equipment maintenance
Local sourcing
Icing techniques
HACCP planning
Cake decorating
Raw materials
Display upkeep
Promotion planning
Baking supervision
Slicer safety
Food quality standards hygiene
Catering management
Creative fondants
Cafe inventory
Proficient in cake decorating
Well-versed in inventory management
Bread baking
Safety sanitation
Baking equipment troubleshooting
Food safety oversight
Staff coaching and training
Inventory and stocking
Employee training
Decision-making
Inventory management
Adaptable to changing demands
Product sales
Retail operations
Scheduling and Time-tracking
Basic mathematics
Sales floor organization

Timeline

Bakery Manager

Price Chopper
04.2014 - 10.2026Read More

Seafood Clerk/ Meat Clerk

Hannaford Supermarket
09.2011 - 06.2013Read More

Cleaner

Diversified Maintenance
05.2011 - 12.2012Read More

Front End / Bakery Clerk

ShopRite
04.2009 - 09.2012Read More

Kingston High School

No Degree from Criminal Justice
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ELIZABETH WALTER