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Ford Wilson

Takoma Park,MD

Summary

Enthusiastic Produce Clerk skilled in organizing merchandise and creating appealing product displays. Dedicated and driven to address challenges and develop creative solutions. Offering experience in customer-facing roles. Productive Produce Clerk versed in receiving stock, unpacking items and checking for damage. Courteous and attentive team player commended for prompt response to directives. Self-motivated professional recognized for willingly taking on various tasks in busy settings. Focused on boosting customer loyalty by maintaining optimum stock levels. Helpful and accommodating individual comfortable greeting customers and answering questions or inquiries. Resourceful Produce Clerk recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills include inventory management, quality control, and customer service proficiency. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations within produce departments. Committed to maintaining freshness standards and enhancing customer shopping experience through knowledgeable assistance. Experienced Produce Clerk with a robust background in managing fresh produce sections in busy retail settings. Strengths include exceptional knowledge of fruits and vegetables, proven skills in customer service and inventory management, and ability to maintain quality standards. Previously made significant impact by improving stock rotation practices and enhancing customer satisfaction levels through prompt services. Upbeat, customer-focused Sales Associate with several years of experience in retail environments. Flexible and approachable, with strong organizational, and time management skills. Delivers memorable guest experience through welcoming interactions and extensive product knowledge. Highly motivated with background in retail sales, skilled in customer service and product knowledge. Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets through effective communication and understanding of customer needs. Known for problem-solving abilities and creating positive shopping experiences that increase customer loyalty. Improved store layout for better product visibility and accessibility, leading to smoother customer flow and increased satisfaction.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Produce Clerk/Manager

Safeway
Hyattsville, MD
09.2014 - 10.2024
  • Received and stocked incoming produce shipments.
  • Organized displays of fresh fruits and vegetables in the store.
  • Rotated produce items to ensure freshness.
  • Checked for quality, ripeness, and overall condition of products before stocking shelves.
  • Informed customers about various types of produce available.
  • Kept accurate records of inventory levels and restocked as needed.
  • Followed established food safety guidelines when handling perishables such as fruits and vegetables.
  • Cleaned work areas throughout shift to maintain sanitation standards.
  • Weighed, labeled, priced, and packaged produce items for sale.
  • Adhered to all company policies related to cash handling procedures.
  • Maintained cleanliness of department while adhering to health code regulations.
  • Replenished display cases as necessary throughout the day.
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting each customer promptly.

Produce Clerk

Lidl US
Queens Chapel, MD
12.2023 - 05.2024
  • Received and stocked incoming produce shipments.
  • Organized displays of fresh fruits and vegetables in the store.
  • Rotated produce items to ensure freshness.
  • Checked for quality, ripeness, and overall condition of products before stocking shelves.
  • Informed customers about various types of produce available.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and answered questions regarding nutritional value or storage tips.
  • Kept accurate records of inventory levels and restocked as needed.
  • Followed established food safety guidelines when handling perishables such as fruits and vegetables.
  • Cleaned work areas throughout shift to maintain sanitation standards.
  • Weighed, labeled, priced, and packaged produce items for sale.
  • Adhered to all company policies related to cash handling procedures.

Produce Manager

Weis
Laurel, MD
08.2011 - 07.2014
  • Developed and implemented systems to optimize inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels of produce.
  • Monitored and maintained quality standards for all produce items, ensuring freshness and safety compliance.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer purchasing habits, optimizing product selection accordingly.
  • Supervised staff members in the produce department, delegating tasks and training new employees.
  • Performed regular audits of perishables to guarantee shelf life and reduce spoilage costs.
  • Created promotional displays for seasonal or special occasions, increasing sales volume through marketing efforts.
  • Maintained records of purchases, storage temperatures, deliveries, invoices., for accuracy in financial reporting.

Produce Manager

Giant Food Stores
Prince Frederick, MD
05.2008 - 08.2011
  • Developed and implemented systems to optimize inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels of produce.
  • Monitored and maintained quality standards for all produce items, ensuring freshness and safety compliance.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer purchasing habits, optimizing product selection accordingly.
  • Supervised staff members in the produce department, delegating tasks and training new employees.
  • Performed regular audits of perishables to guarantee shelf life and reduce spoilage costs.
  • Maintained records of purchases, storage temperatures, deliveries, invoices., for accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Conducted weekly inventories to track shrinkage losses due to expiration dates or mishandling by staff.
  • Built relationships with vendors through frequent communication regarding orders and shipments.
  • Received produce deliveries and unloaded produce.
  • Trained and coached new team members.

Produce Manager

Shoppers Food Warehouse
Lanham, MD
06.1990 - 04.2008
  • Developed and implemented systems to optimize inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels of produce.
  • Monitored and maintained quality standards for all produce items, ensuring freshness and safety compliance.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer purchasing habits, optimizing product selection accordingly.
  • Supervised staff members in the produce department, delegating tasks and training new employees.
  • Performed regular audits of perishables to guarantee shelf life and reduce spoilage costs.
  • Created promotional displays for seasonal or special occasions, increasing sales volume through marketing efforts.
  • Maintained records of purchases, storage temperatures, deliveries, invoices., for accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Received produce deliveries and unloaded produce.
  • Trained and coached new team members.
  • Trimmed, washed, and bundled produce.
  • Maintained department equipment and advised general manager of equipment repair needs.
  • Provided clear, attractive and consistent signage.
  • Lead by example and took responsibility for all actions drive culture of performance excellence.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Northwestern High School
Hyattsville, MD
06-1986

Skills

  • Stock replenishment
  • Temperature Logging
  • Customer Service
  • Crate breakdown
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Preparation
  • Retail Merchandising
  • Price Checking
  • Display Setup
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Stock Rotation
  • Display Maintenance

Timeline

Produce Clerk

Lidl US
12.2023 - 05.2024

Produce Clerk/Manager

Safeway
09.2014 - 10.2024

Produce Manager

Weis
08.2011 - 07.2014

Produce Manager

Giant Food Stores
05.2008 - 08.2011

Produce Manager

Shoppers Food Warehouse
06.1990 - 04.2008

High School Diploma -

Northwestern High School
Ford Wilson