Overview
Work History
Education
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Rashad Alverson

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Buyer

whole foods
Chicago, Illinois
03.2022 - Current
  • Reviewed purchase orders, contracts and invoices to ensure accuracy.
  • Maintained records of all purchases including item descriptions, costs, quantities received.
  • Organized product shipments, ensuring timely delivery of goods.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and monitored stock levels.
  • Coordinated with suppliers regarding purchase orders, returns, credits, and invoices.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and safety regulations when handling hazardous materials.
  • Provided training and guidance to team members related to inventory management procedures.
  • Evaluated current stock levels against forecasted demand to minimize overstocking or shortages.
  • Oversaw efficient loading and unloading of trucks and trailers to meet tight daily schedules.
  • Prepared detailed reports on inventory operations, stock levels and damages.
  • Supervised the loading and unloading of goods to ensure accuracy, safety, and efficiency.
  • Monitored the loading dock area to ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency of operations.
  • Managed the scheduling of trucks for delivery or pickup based on customer needs.
  • Communicated with carrier representatives to follow specific procedures and make special delivery arrangements.
  • Obtained required documentation to process shipments and support movement.
  • Maintained inventory of shipping materials and supplies.
  • Logged inbound and outbound discrepancies for wrong products, incorrect quantities and damages.
  • Rejected deliveries containing damaged items or shortages and corresponded with shipper to rectify issues.

Buyer's Assistant

Whole Food Market
Chicago, Illinois
01.2020 - 03.2022
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of products for customers.
  • Maintained records of all purchases including item descriptions, costs, quantities received.
  • Created reports on supplier performance metrics such as quality, delivery times and cost savings initiatives.
  • Ensured compliance with government regulations regarding purchasing activities.
  • Managed inventory control systems to track stock levels, deliveries and related information.
  • Reviewed purchase orders, contracts and invoices to ensure accuracy.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to replenish stock while minimizing excess.
  • Worked with suppliers to expedite open purchase orders and shipments in-transit.
  • Tracked and approved procurement plans and inventory levels.
  • Organized product shipments, ensuring timely delivery of goods.

team member

Whole Food Market
Chicago, Illinois
09.2018 - 01.2020
  • Conducted regular inventory of freshness and expiration dates of items in the prepared foods section.
  • Followed recipes for preparing various types of hot and cold foods.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate items from the prepared food section.
  • Performed opening and closing procedures including cleaning counters and equipment.
  • Prepared salads, sandwiches, platters. according to established standards.
  • Trained new team members on store operations related to the prepared foods department.
  • Created labels for packaged items such as salad dressings, dips.
  • Assisted in setting up displays to promote new or seasonal products in the prepared foods section.
  • Accurately weighed items when packaging them for sale.
  • Monitored temperature control systems to ensure proper storage conditions for prepared foods products.
  • Assisted with special catering orders as requested by customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to efficiently handle high-volume periods.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
  • Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
  • Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Received and stored food and supplies.

Chicken Cook

Whole Foods Market Inc
Chicago, Illinois
06.2018 - 09.2018
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas, equipment, utensils, and dishes.
  • Stored raw ingredients in designated containers following proper food safety guidelines.
  • Seasoned cooked chicken with herbs and spices as specified in recipes.
  • Cut up chickens according to recipes or customer orders.
  • Prepared marinades and sauces for chicken dishes.
  • Inspected all meats prior to preparation to ensure freshness and quality.
  • Organized supplies and ingredients needed to prepare chicken dishes.
  • Took inventory of supplies on a regular basis in order to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Grilled, roasted, broiled, fried, or baked chicken pieces as required by recipe or customer order.
  • Ensured that all food products were stored at the correct temperature.
  • Monitored the cooking process to ensure that chicken was cooked properly.
  • Prepared ready-to-eat salads, soups, and entrees for establishments.

Dishwasher

Whole Food Market
Chicago, Illinois
04.2018 - 06.2018
  • Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
  • Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
  • Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary.
  • Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
  • Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
  • Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
  • Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.

Team Member

The Reserves Network
Chicago Lawn, IL
02.2015 - 01.2018
Helped customers select products that best fit their personal needs.
Unloaded truck
Balanced the needs of multiple customers simultaneously in a fast-paced retail environment.
Kept current on market and product trends to effectively answer customer questions.
Built customer confidence by actively listening to their concerns and giving appropriate feedback.
Kept the showroom clean and maintained neat, orderly product displays. s, stocked shelves and carried merchandise out on the floor for customers.

Crew Member

Five Guys
Chicago, IL
03.2012 - 12.2014
Took necessary steps to meet customer needs and effectively resolve food or service issues.
Up-sold additional menu items, beverages and desserts to increase restaurant profits.
Recorded customer orders and repeated them back in a clear, understandable manner.
Correctly received orders, processed payments and responded appropriately to guest concerns.
Served fresh, hot food with a smile in a timely manner.
Served orders to customers at windows, counters and tables.
Cut and chopped food items and cooked on a grill or in fryers.
Packaged menu items into bags or trays and placed drink orders into carriers.
Operated large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep-fat fryers and griddles.
Accurately measured ingredients required for specific food items.
Prepared and served beverages such as coffee, tea and fountain drinks.
Quickly and efficiently processed payments and made accurate change.
Carefully maintained sanitation, health and safety standards in all work areas.
Frequently washed and sanitized hands, food areas and food preparation tools.
Performed general maintenance duties, including mopping floors, washing dishes, wiping counter tops and emptying grease traps.
Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Maintained a neat, well groomed appearance including impeccable personal hygiene, hair restraint and minimal jewelry that met company standards.
Followed all established restaurant practices and procedures.
Worked well with teammates and openly invited coaching from the management team.
Worked well with teammates and openly invited coaching from the management team.
Took initiative to find extra tasks when scheduled duties were completed.
Quickly unloaded product shipments and stocked freezers.
Assisted management with monthly inventory control and weekly stock ordering.

Education

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Wright State University

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Englewood High School
2006

Skills



  • Flexible
  • Fast leaner
  • Team leadership
  • Reliable and dependable
  • Strong customer relationship builder
  • Ability to handle fast-paced environment
  • Cash handling
  • Knowledge of basic food preparation
  • Team-oriented
  • Preparation of various food items
  • Able to regularly lift/move up to 25-50 lbs
  • Purchase order accuracy
  • Inventory management
  • Forecasting demand
  • Problem solving
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Pricing
  • Inventory oversight
  • Purchase order management
  • Inventory control
  • Multi-tasking
  • Attention to detail
  • Heavy lifting
  • Loading and unloading
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Forklift operation

Affiliations

                                                                                             

Timeline

Buyer

whole foods
03.2022 - Current

Buyer's Assistant

Whole Food Market
01.2020 - 03.2022

team member

Whole Food Market
09.2018 - 01.2020

Chicken Cook

Whole Foods Market Inc
06.2018 - 09.2018

Dishwasher

Whole Food Market
04.2018 - 06.2018

Team Member

The Reserves Network
02.2015 - 01.2018

Crew Member

Five Guys
03.2012 - 12.2014

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Wright State University

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Englewood High School

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