John Ducceschi
Martinsburg,WV
Summary
Versatile team member offering over many years of experience handling tasks smoothly and efficiently. Adapts well to changing processes, programs and team requirements. Eager to contribute to growing company. Motivated department manager with experience in customer service and retail grocery industry. Excels working as part of dedicated team of employees. Over years in produce and deli department management. Hardworking manager skilled in managing stock and merchandising products. Expert in assisting customers, multitasking, and handling high-volume work. Well-versed in many environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Produce Clerk
Sams Club
12.2023 - 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- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
- Trained new employees to provide knowledge of proper produce handling and rotation procedures.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by adhering to proper handling, storage, and temperature guidelines for all produce items.
- Provided exceptional customer service through active listening skills when addressing concerns or answering questions about specific products or preparation methods.
- Enhanced departmental teamwork by fostering a positive work environment and maintaining open lines of communication with coworkers and management.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
Deli Manager
Weis
05.2018 - 11.2023
- Managed supply chain functions for deli supplies, ingredients and merchandise.
- Maintained an organized workspace, facilitating efficient workflow and reduced preparation time.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring product freshness and implementing proper rotation practices.
- Trained, supervised and evaluated deli staff to align compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, resolving issues to their satisfaction.
- Ensured a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Set schedules for 10, staff by planning and designating shifts and hours.
Price Changes, Night Captain, Deli Manager
Giant Food Stores
05.2005 - 04.2018
- Optimized workspace layout to facilitate efficient file storage and retrieval, contributing to an organized work environment.
- Improved team morale and job satisfaction by fostering open communication channels between team members, addressing concerns promptly and fairly.
- Maintained accurate pricing and price changes
- Removed old sale signs
- Printed and displayed new tags and signs for a new sale ad
- Built and maintained strong relationships with retail staff, ensuring brand prominence in stores.
- Implemented effective merchandising tactics that enhanced product presentation at retail locations
- Maintained Inventory to have ample amount tp satisfy customers
- Maintained an organized workspace, facilitating efficient workflow and reduced preparation time.
- Managed supply chain functions for deli supplies, ingredients and merchandise.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring product freshness and implementing proper rotation practices.
- Trained, supervised and evaluated deli staff to align compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Collaborated with store management to achieve overall operational goals, contributing to store success.
- Increased deli sales by implementing innovative merchandising and promotional strategies.
- Consistently met or exceeded hygiene standards during routine inspections from local health authorities.
Skills
- Customer service
- Positive attitude
- Stock rotation
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Shelf stocking
- Pallet jack operation
- Product pricing
- Product stocking and storage
Timeline
Produce Clerk
Sams Club
12.2023 - Current
Deli Manager
Weis
05.2018 - 11.2023
Price Changes, Night Captain, Deli Manager
Giant Food Stores
05.2005 - 04.2018