Rachel Lazarine
Gary City,TX
Summary
Results-driven deli manager experienced in streamlining operations and ensuring food safety compliance. Skilled in staff training and inventory management, leading to reduced waste and increased customer satisfaction. Committed to driving operational efficiency and cost reductions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Deli Manager
Food Junction
04.2025 - Current
- Managed daily deli operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards
- Developed and maintained inventory management systems to reduce waste.
- Assisted in creating appealing product displays to enhance customer engagement.
- Greeted and dealt with customers, offered different options to suit the customer.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring product freshness and implementing proper rotation practices.
Cook/ Cashier/ Waitress
Main Street Cafe
01.2017 - 03.2024
- Prepared diverse menu items using fresh ingredients, ensuring high-quality standards.
- Monitored food safety and sanitation practices to maintain compliance with health regulations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes and optimize workflow efficiency.
- Trained new team members on cooking techniques and kitchen equipment operation, enhancing team performance.
- Developed daily specials that increased customer satisfaction and boosted repeat business.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Floral Department Manager
Brookshires Brothers
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Managed floral department operations, ensuring quality and freshness of inventory.
- Analyzed sales trends to adjust product selection and maximize profitability in the department.
- Monitored competitor activity in the marketplace, adjusting product offerings and pricing strategies as needed to remain competitive.
- Ensured visual consistency across all displays within the department by adhering to company branding standards.
- Developed seasonal displays to enhance visual merchandising and attract customers.
- Implemented inventory management systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
Sales Associate
Cain Hardware and Lumber
02.2013 - 08.2014
- Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing their shopping experience and satisfaction.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems to ensure efficient sales operations.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays, optimizing product visibility and accessibility for customers.
- Provided expert knowledge on hardware and lumber products, addressing customer inquiries effectively.
- Helped to check merchandise in from truck to be sure things were shipped accordingly and not damaged
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout processes, reducing wait times for customers.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Put in charge of writing up and reporting missed items and damaged items. Also had to be sure the store was given credit for these items from vendors
Education
High School Diploma -
Gary High School
Gary CitySkills
- Customer service
- Employee supervision
- Task delegation
- Inventory management
- Ordering supplies
- Food safety compliance
- Staff training
- Merchandising strategies
- Sanitation standards
- Cost reductions
- Waste reduction
- Menu planning
- Catering support
- Catering services
- Deli product packaging
- Display upkeep
- Point-of-sale system
- Food safety
- Supply ordering
- Cash handling
Timeline
Deli Manager
Food Junction
04.2025 - Current
Cook/ Cashier/ Waitress
Main Street Cafe
01.2017 - 03.2024
Floral Department Manager
Brookshires Brothers
06.2015 - 05.2016
Sales Associate
Cain Hardware and Lumber
02.2013 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Gary High School