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James Merchant

Tuscaloosa,AL

Summary

People-oriented team leader with a proven ability to monitor performance, delegate tasks, and inspire team members. Skilled at providing clear direction while fostering open communication to achieve team goals. A collaborative and resourceful professional committed to understanding challenges and delivering innovative solutions.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Meat Clerk

Publix
Birmingham, AL
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Ensured proper handling, storage, and rotation of meat products to maintain freshness and compliance with food safety regulations
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment by regularly sanitizing equipment, counters, and display areas

Team Lead

Panera Bread
Birmingham, AL
03.2022 - 05.2023
  • Supervised daily operations, maintaining peak efficiency in bakery and service areas
  • Consistently met store objectives by overseeing cash handling, food preparation, and customer service
  • Awarded Employee of the Month (June 2022) for outstanding leadership and collaboration

Bakery Clerk

Publix
Birmingham, AL
09.2020 - 05.2022
  • Advanced through four roles, including Front Service Clerk, Cashier, Trainer, and Bakery Clerk within a year
  • Ensured high-quality customer support while mentoring new team members in operational guidelines
  • Ensured bakery remained well-stocked and organized

Soccer Referee

Jefferson County
08.2019 - 01.2020
  • Oversaw youth soccer matches aged 8-18 to ensure rule enforcement
  • Executed effective and timely decisions during critical situations

Education

BS - Civil Engineering, Minor in Communications

University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL
05.2027

High School Diploma -

Homewood High School
Homewood, AL
05.2023

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • Problem resolution
  • Operational efficiency
  • Decision making
  • Employee training
  • Time management

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Meat Clerk

Publix
05.2023 - 08.2023

Team Lead

Panera Bread
03.2022 - 05.2023

Bakery Clerk

Publix
09.2020 - 05.2022

Soccer Referee

Jefferson County
08.2019 - 01.2020

BS - Civil Engineering, Minor in Communications

University of Alabama

High School Diploma -

Homewood High School
James Merchant