Joshua Whitehead
Harps Foods
TULSA,OK
16
years of professional experience
Results-driven with a strong background in retail operations and meat cutting. Known for coaching teams, cross-training staff, and maintaining sanitation and safety standards. Focused on building efficient departments, supporting customer needs, and driving strong day-to-day performance.
Work History
Head Meat Cutter
3 Years 6 Months- Monitored food safety, sanitation, and temperature controls to maintain compliance standards.
- Ensured compliance with local health regulations by maintaining a clean workspace and following all sanitation requirements.
- Implemented cross-training initiatives for staff members, enabling greater flexibility in scheduling and improved overall efficiency within the department.
- Assisted in developing promotional strategies for seasonal offerings or special discounts to attract customers and increase sales volume.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors to secure favorable pricing on quality products while managing costs effectively.
- Trained new staff members in proper cutting techniques, equipment usage, safety protocols, and company policies.
- Oversaw meat case presentation, ensuring fresh, organized, and properly rotated product displays.
- Prepared special cuts, custom orders, and portioned products for customer satisfaction.
Floor Manager
5 Years 5 Months- Managed floor operations to ensure effective merchandise presentation, stock recovery, and readiness of selling areas.
- Coached associates on customer service standards, register procedures, and salesfloor priorities.
- Monitored fitting rooms, cashwrap, and sales floor activity to support efficient customer flow.
- Managed store inventory and stock levels to maintain availability of products.
- Managed team of [Number] employees to maintain smooth-running operations of shop floor.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
Backroom Manager
6 Years 8 Months- Coordinated receiving, inspecting, and sorting incoming merchandise for accurate placement.
- Directed backroom operations, ensuring organized freight flow and timely stock replenishment.
- Monitored inventory levels and prioritized backroom tasks to prevent stockouts.
- Implemented rotation procedures to maintain product freshness and reduce shrink.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety compliance throughout storage and receiving areas.
- Provided exceptional leadership in the backroom department, fostering a positive work culture that promoted teamwork and communication.
Education
No Degree - History
Skills
Food safety regulations
Sanitation protocols
Cleaning and sanitizing
Workplace safety
Management
Sales
Teamwork and collaboration
Sanitation practices
Time management
Product promotion
Vendor management
Staff training
Accomplishments
- Served customers daily and up-sold specialty cuts to increase department profits.
- Acknowledged for extraordinary service by supervisors and clients.
Timeline
Head Meat Cutter
Harps Foods
04.2023 - CurrentRead More
Floor Manager
Burlington
11.2017 - 04.2023Read More
Backroom Manager
Warehouse Market
01.2011 - 09.2017Read More
Nathan Hale High School
No Degree from History
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