Vaughn Wilder
Dorchester,MA
Summary
Dynamic seafood professional with proven expertise at Star Market, excelling in seafood merchandising and inventory control. Achieved significant waste reduction through effective product rotation and team collaboration. Committed to food safety compliance and operational efficiency, ensuring high-quality seafood presentation and customer satisfaction. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities drive results.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Seafood Manager
Star Market
Mattapan, MA
07.2024 - Current
- Assisted with daily seafood department operations, ensuring product freshness, rotation, and merchandising standards.
- Monitored temperature control, sanitation practices, and food safety compliance across display cases and storage areas.
- Supported inventory counts, order placement, and stock replenishment to maintain consistent product availability.
- Prepared seafood products for display, following trimming, icing, labeling, and packaging procedures.
Temporary Seafood Manager
Star Market
Mattapan, MA
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed seafood department display cases, ensuring freshness, rotation, and attractive product presentation
- Monitored inventory levels, ordered stock, and reduced spoilage through careful product rotation
- Followed food safety standards, sanitation procedures, and proper temperature controls for seafood handling
- Trained associates on filleting, portioning, wrapping, and customer service expectations
Seafood Clerk
Star Market
Mattapan, MA
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Checked temperatures and sanitation standards to support quality and compliance.
- Replenished displays with fillets, shellfish, and prepared seafood items.
- Prepared ice beds and merchandising displays to present product attractively.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure smooth department operations and timely service.
Produce Clerk
Star Market
Mattapan, MA
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Rotated produce inventory to maintain freshness and reduce spoilage.
- Stocked fruits and vegetables according to display standards and department planograms.
- Inspected produce quality, removing damaged items from sales floor and storage areas.
- Assisted customers with product selection, special requests, and department questions.
Deli Clerk
Star Market
Mattapan, MA
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Sliced meats and cheeses to customer specifications using deli equipment and food safety procedures.
- Operated slicers, scales, and packaging tools while maintaining accurate portioning and product labeling.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads, and hot foods following store recipes and sanitation standards.
- Refilled deli cases and monitored product freshness to support organized, appealing displays.
A La Carte Clerk
Star Market
Mattapan, MA
10.2018 - 2019
- Assisted customers with product location, pricing, and general store inquiries.
- Stocked shelves and rotated merchandise to maintain freshness and organized displays.
- Operated cash register accurately while processing payments and receipts.
- Replenished inventory from backroom stock to support sales floor readiness.
Seafood Clerk
Stop & Shop
Dorchester, MA
06.2015 - 2017
- Weighed, wrapped, and labeled seafood products for display and customer orders.
- Maintained seafood case freshness by rotating stock and removing outdated items.
- Followed food safety procedures while handling raw seafood and cleaning work areas.
- Assisted customers with product selection, preparation tips, and special requests.
Education
Liberal Arts
Roxbury Community College
Roxbury, MASkills
Operational efficiency
Sanitation standards
Pricing strategy
Display setup
Seafood merchandising
Merchandise presentation
Food safety compliance
Inventory control
Product rotation
Employee scheduling
Waste reduction
Seafood quality assurance
Fish inspection
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Computer skills
Timeline
Assistant Seafood Manager
Star Market
07.2024 - Current
Temporary Seafood Manager
Star Market
12.2023 - 07.2024
Seafood Clerk
Star Market
01.2020 - 12.2023
Produce Clerk
Star Market
12.2019 - 01.2020
Deli Clerk
Star Market
06.2019 - 12.2019
A La Carte Clerk
Star Market
10.2018 - 2019
Seafood Clerk
Stop & Shop
06.2015 - 2017
Liberal Arts
Roxbury Community College