Mackenzie Cameron
Abbotsford,BC
Summary
Dynamic department manager experienced in optimizing operations while ensuring safety and quality standards. Strong communicator dedicated to mentoring staff and providing exceptional customer service, leading to reduced operational costs and improved efficiency. Committed both personally and educationally on humanities with a devout care for social equity and justice.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Manager
Choices Markets
Abbotsford, BC
02.2020 - Current
- Supervised dairy department operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock turnover and minimizing waste.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for product handling and customer service.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced department efficiency and reduced operational costs.
- Collaborated with suppliers to maintain high-quality product offerings and negotiate favorable terms.
- Maintained and developed professional and personal relationships with vendors, suppliers, customers, and staff.
Health and Safety Co-Chair
Choices Markets
Abbotsford, BC
06.2021 - Current
- Lead and direct meetings discussing the occupational health and safety concerns and risks around the store.
- Conducted investigations, inspections and audits surrounding workplace incidents and/or reports.
- Coordinated with upper management to align meetings with business objectives and trends.
- Organized individual and departmental training with seven different departments across the store on a monthly basis, centred around rotating safety related topics.
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Abbotsford, BC
08.2018 - 02.2020
- Crafted custom sandwiches to meet customer preferences and dietary needs.
- Ensured adherence to food safety and sanitation standards during food preparation.
- Assisted in training new team members on operational procedures and customer service techniques.
- Managed over 50 daily online orders while also taking care of upwards of 100 walk in customers per shift.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of The Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, BC06.2028
Human Resource Management - Human Resources Management
University of The Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, BC04.2026
High School Diploma -
Robert Bateman Secondary School
Abbotsford06.2020
Skills
- Department management
- Personnel oversight
- Positive attitude
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Employee development
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
Health and Safety Co-Chair
Choices Markets
06.2021 - Current
Department Manager
Choices Markets
02.2020 - Current
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
08.2018 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of The Fraser Valley
Human Resource Management - Human Resources Management
University of The Fraser Valley
High School Diploma -
Robert Bateman Secondary School