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Suzana Tembele

Hyattsville,MD

Summary

Dynamic Fresh Food Associate with expertise in food safety compliance and inventory management at LLC. Achieved increased sales through effective cross-selling techniques and maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Recognized for problem-solving skills and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, enhancing the overall shopping experience.

Work History

Fresh Food Associate

LLC
  • Efficiently restocked produce section during busy hours, minimizing disruptions to customer shopping experiences.
  • Categorized items properly on shelves to facilitate easy navigation for customers while shopping.
  • Rotated perishable foods effectively, reducing waste and ensuring product freshness.
  • Unloaded produce trucks and broke down produce pallets to organize produce within refrigerator and dry storage areas.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of produce varieties and preparation techniques, providing valuable information to customers seeking assistance.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized work environment, promoting efficiency and productivity.
  • Communicated effectively with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of fresh products according to store needs.
  • Supported store management by executing additional tasks as needed, including cashier functions or assisting in other departments when necessary.
  • Scanned shelves and product cases for expired stock and outdated items.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks, identifying discrepancies and replenishing stock as needed.
  • Assisted customers with their inquiries, offering personalized recommendations for optimal service experience.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the store by proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing effective solutions.
  • Promoted positive relationships among coworkers by fostering open communication channels within the team.
  • Referred to established price lists to stamp and attach price tags on merchandise.
  • Verified proper merchandising for freshness and quality of goods by properly handling produce, minimizing damage and spoilage of products.
  • Maintained proper food safety standards to minimize risk of contamination and ensure consumer safety.
  • Stayed informed about seasonal produce trends and offered relevant suggestions to shoppers looking for inspiration or variety in their meal planning efforts.
  • Managed the presentation of displays, creating visually appealing arrangements that attracted customer attention and increased sales potential.
  • Participated in staff training sessions to stay current on company policies, procedures, and product offerings.
  • Verified deliveries against invoices to complete shortage and overage reports.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing fresh and high-quality products daily.
  • Used knives, hand-held peelers and choppers to cut, trim and wrap produce for individual sale.
  • Optimized store layout by consistently monitoring traffic flow patterns and adjusting merchandise placement accordingly.
  • Provided ongoing support to new hires during their training period, sharing best practices culled from personal experience.
  • Utilized strong multitasking abilities in handling multiple customer inquiries simultaneously while maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
  • Increased sales Number% by handing out food samples and recommending additional items to customers.
  • Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
  • Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.

Food Service Worker

LLC

Education

N/A - N/A

High School
Hyattsville, MD
01.2005

Skills

  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Stock rotation
  • Food safety compliance
  • Quality control
  • Product knowledge expertise
  • Order processing accuracy
  • Problem-solving capacity
  • Inventory management proficiency
  • Cross-selling techniques

Languages

Swahili
Full Professional
English
Elementary
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Fresh Food Associate

LLC

Food Service Worker

LLC

N/A - N/A

High School
Suzana Tembele