Richard Maresca

Produce Manager

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Melville

03.2011 - 02.2025

Monitored and maintained quality standards for all produce items, ensuring freshness and safety compliance.
Supervised staff members in the produce department, delegating tasks and training new employees.
Created promotional displays for seasonal or special occasions, increasing sales volume through marketing efforts.
Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
Collaborated with chefs on fulfilling product needs for high volumes of prepared food.
Ensured compliance with health codes pertaining to sanitation practices within the produce department.
Analyzed sales data to identify trends in customer purchasing habits, optimizing product merchandising accordingly.
Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
Performed regular audits for product quality and reduce spoilage.
Assisted customers with produce questions and special orders.
Facilitated effective communication between customers and associates to encourage positive, team-based atmosphere.
Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining a positive attitude towards customers.
Organized weekly meetings with team members to discuss goals and objectives related to job performance.
Participated in quarterly inventory counts and conducted inventories.
Lead by example and took responsibility for all actions drive culture of performance excellence.
Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within budget.
Conducted performance evaluations and recommended pay adjustments, as well as disciplinary action.
Analyzed business performance data for upper management.
Mediated conflicts between employees, and facilitated resolutions to disputes.
Held regular one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and provide feedback.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.