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Timothy Jelsma

Ankeny,IA

Summary

Results-driven Meat Market Manager with a strong focus on customer satisfaction, team leadership, and inventory management. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and drive sales through innovative merchandising strategies.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Meat Market Manager

HyVee Foods
Johnston, IA
08.2019 - Current
  • Supervised daily operations of meat department, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored staff on cutting techniques and product presentation to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste effectively.
  • Conducted regular inventories of stock and documented losses using .
  • Developed and maintained efficient scheduling to optimize labor resources in the department.

Meat Market Manager

HyVee Foods
Windsor Heights, IA
01.2003 - 08.2019
  • Conducted regular inventories of stock and documented losses using.
  • Supervised daily operations of meat department, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Trained and mentored staff on cutting techniques and product presentation to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Implemented inventory management systems, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste effectively.

Meat Cutter

HyVee Foods
Windsor Heights, IA
05.1999 - 01.2003
  • Cut and trim various meats according to quality standards and customer specifications.
  • Operate meat processing equipment effectively while adhering to safety regulations.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area, ensuring compliance with health standards.
  • Operated band saws and grinders for precise meat cutting and processing.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety standards during meat preparation and s
  • Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
  • Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
  • Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Disassembled and properly cleaned meat-cutting machines, avoiding contamination.

Education

High School Diploma -

Union Whitten High School
Union, IA

Skills

  • Workplace safety
  • Sanitation standards
  • Meat cutting
  • Merchandising strategies
  • Inventory ordering
  • Pricing strategy
  • Budget administration
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Customer relations
  • Professional and courteous
  • Managing operations and efficiency

Certification

  • [Food Certification], HyVee -

Timeline

Meat Market Manager

HyVee Foods
08.2019 - Current

Meat Market Manager

HyVee Foods
01.2003 - 08.2019

Meat Cutter

HyVee Foods
05.1999 - 01.2003

High School Diploma -

Union Whitten High School