Theresa Crowe
Rimrock
Summary
Dynamic Seafood Manager with a proven track record at Fry's Food Stores, excelling in inventory control and waste reduction. Skilled in training and mentoring staff, I enhanced product presentation and operational efficiency, driving sales growth through effective merchandising strategies. Committed to food safety compliance and customer satisfaction, I fostered a collaborative team environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Seafood Manager
Fry's Food Stores
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Assisted in maintaining seafood quality and freshness through regular inspections.
- Supported inventory management by tracking stock levels and product rotation.
- Learned proper handling techniques to ensure food safety and compliance with regulations.
- Aided customers in selecting seafood products, providing information on preparation methods.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization within the seafood department.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of seafood types and sustainability practices.
- Contributed to merchandising efforts by arranging displays to attract customer interest.
- Engaged with suppliers to understand sourcing practices and product availability trends.
- Wrapped, weighed, labeled and priced cuts of seafood.
- Prepared and placed seafood cuts and products in display counter to appeal to customers.
- Created clean and inviting appearance for fresh seafood cases to encourage sales.
- Streamlined inventory management for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Increased sales volume by implementing targeted marketing initiatives and seasonal promotions.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring proper staffing levels, efficient workflow, and timely order processing.
- Coordinated with other departments to optimize cross-merchandising opportunities for increased revenue generation.
- Conducted regular quality control checks for optimal freshness and compliance with food safety regulations.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with company standards.
Assistant Meat Department Manager
Fry's Food Stores
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted in daily operations of meat department, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.
- Trained staff on proper meat cutting techniques and safe handling procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking to maintain product availability.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance product freshness and reduce waste.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints regarding meat products, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with management to optimize workflow processes within the department.
- Conducted regular equipment maintenance checks, ensuring safe operation for all team members within the meat department.
- Contributed to the store''s overall success by actively participating in company-wide training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues from other departments.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, providing effective solutions that resulted in increased satisfaction rates among patrons visiting the store''s meat section regularly.
- Streamlined inventory management through diligent monitoring and timely ordering of products.
- Assisted customers with special orders, accommodating dietary needs and preferences whenever possible.
- Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures.
- Reduced waste by overseeing proper restocking procedures and promotion of nearly-expired goods.
- Operated saws and slicers to cut meat, using safety protocols and procedures to avoid accidents.
- Created signs and tags to price items for normal inventory and special promotions and to inform and educate customers.
- Completed inventory counts, reordered stock, and removed expired items from supply.
- Monitored inventory levels, ordered new supplies and oversaw restocking of cases.
- Conducted regular inventories of stock and documented losses using .Use of Zebra, Telzon, Printing of labels as well as markdowns.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Meat Department Associate
Frys Food
09.2019 - 09.2022
- Prepared and packaged meat products according to food safety standards.
- Assisted customers with product selection, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of meat department displays and work areas.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted in restocking shelves as needed.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Miracosta College
Oceanside, CASkills
- Merchandise presentation
- Operational efficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Team building
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory control
- Product rotation
- Waste reduction
- Product preparation
- Display case management
- Seafood merchandising
- Seafood replenishment
Timeline
Seafood Manager
Fry's Food Stores
09.2022 - 11.2024
Assistant Meat Department Manager
Fry's Food Stores
01.2022 - 09.2022
Meat Department Associate
Frys Food
09.2019 - 09.2022
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Miracosta College