Zach Kelly
Redondo Beach,CA
Summary
Dynamic and reliable Meat Department Clerk at Ralphs Grocery Store, skilled in food safety compliance and customer service. Enhanced customer satisfaction through expert product knowledge and efficient inventory management, achieving a significant reduction in waste. Committed to maintaining cleanliness standards and fostering teamwork for optimal department performance.
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Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Department Clerk
Ralphs Grocery Store
3455 Sepulveda Blvd. Torrance, CA
04.2021 - Current
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards in meat department operations.
- Assisted customers with product selection, providing expert knowledge on cuts of meat and preparation techniques.
- Managed inventory levels, conducting regular stock checks to minimize waste and ensure product availability.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace, enhancing overall department efficiency.
- Wrapped, weighed and filled product with efficiency to manage high volume of customers.
- Packaged meat products securely using appropriate wrapping materials to ensure freshness during transport home from store by customers.
- Followed proper safety, handling, and cross-contamination procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized meat department workspace, ensuring product quality and safety for consumers.
- Adhered to strict food safety guidelines when handling raw products, protecting both consumer health and company reputation.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily tasks, improving overall department productivity.
- Responded quickly to out-of-stock situations by replenishing supplies or identifying suitable alternatives for customers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and assistance in the meat department.
- Maintained excellent levels of food safety by frequently checking product dates and temperatures.
- Unloaded merchandise and stocked cases with new merchandise.
- Restocked products based on available inventories and customer demands.
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of various cuts of meat, enabling accurate recommendations to customers based on their preferences.
- Rotated products to sell before expiration dates, prevent waste and keep food safety in check.
- Kept meat cases fully stocked, clean and properly labeled to allow customers to find products quickly.
- Used proper sanitation and food safety techniques to prevent food contamination and illness.
- Gained knowledge of different meats to answer customer questions and suggest best cuts for various dishes.
- Maintained meat slicer, wrapping machine and other equipment to prevent breakdowns and delays.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
Busboy, Large Group Setup
R 10 Social House
King Harbor, Redondo Beach, CA
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas to enhance guest experience.
- Assisted servers by efficiently clearing and resetting tables during peak hours.
- Supported kitchen staff by transporting dishes and utensils promptly for seamless operations.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, ensuring timely replenishment to avoid shortages.
- Trained new busboys on best practices for cleanliness and customer interaction standards.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Followed proper sanitation guidelines when handling utensils, dishes, glassware, and linens to ensure guest safety and satisfaction.
- Delivered smooth and timely service to customers by offering additional silverware, extra napkins, and cleaning spills.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area for optimal guest comfort and satisfaction.
- Upheld restaurant cleanliness standards by regularly sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and removing trash throughout each shift.
- Contributed to the restaurant''s efficient operations by quickly resetting tables for incoming guests.
- Helped manage operations of restaurants by cleaning up spills and other messes quickly to minimize hazards.
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Arranged tables and chairs for special occasions and events.
Education
High School Diploma -
Redondo Union High School
Redondo Beach, CA06-2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Knife handling
- Workplace safety
- Safety awareness
- Cleanliness standards
- Merchandise stocking
- Sanitation procedures
- Equipment operation
- Stock rotation
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory stocking
- Facility cleaning
- Equipment maintenance
- Product display
- Waste reduction
- Temperature monitoring
- Maintaining freshness
- Slicer operation
- Food handling procedures
- Case restocking
- Food handling policies
- Sanitation and food safety
Timeline
Meat Department Clerk
Ralphs Grocery Store
04.2021 - Current
Busboy, Large Group Setup
R 10 Social House
01.2021 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Redondo Union High School