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Marco Camarda

Bradford,ON

Summary

Dynamic Meat Manager with a proven track record at LONGOS, excelling in sales growth and customer satisfaction. Expert in meat cutting and inventory management, I foster team collaboration and drive operational efficiency. Recognized for implementing successful merchandising strategies that enhanced product visibility and reduced waste, while maintaining high sanitation standards.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Meat Manager

LONGOS
05.2009 - Current
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing daily operations of the meat department, consistently meeting targets for sales growth and customer satisfaction.
  • Mentored junior staff members in proper meat handling techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Oversaw budgeting processes for the meat department, regularly reviewing financial reports to identify opportunities for improved profitability or expense reduction measures.
  • Ensured consistent high-quality products by closely monitoring cutting, grinding, and packaging processes.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and recommendations on meat selections.
  • Managed ordering process for all meat products, streamlining procedures to improve efficiency while reducing overstock issues.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with all team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high productivity levels and employee retention.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with store management to develop successful promotional strategies for meat department offerings.
  • Implemented employee training programs focused on enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills among team members.
  • Addressed customer concerns promptly and professionally, fostering strong relationships and promoting repeat business through excellent service experiences.
  • Directed the implementation of new merchandising layouts to showcase featured products and drive sales growth in the department.
  • Reduced waste costs by implementing effective inventory management and rotation systems.
  • Enhanced meat department sales by ensuring proper product display and presentation.
  • Conducted regular quality control checks on incoming shipments, ensuring only the freshest meats were offered to customers.
  • Optimized staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak shopping hours, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
  • Monitored supplier performance to guarantee timely deliveries and maintain optimal inventory levels.
  • Developed and executed successful holiday promotions, including special offers and themed displays designed to attract shoppers during peak seasonal periods.
  • Assisted customers by finding requested items and providing preparation information for specific cuts of meat.
  • Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
  • Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
  • Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures.
  • Set department schedules for adequate shift coverage and assigned daily work tasks to individual team members based upon strength and experience.
  • Worked closely with employees and customers to effectively manage daily operations and communications.
  • 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 Software.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
  • Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
  • Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.

Assistant Meat Manager

LONGOS
09.2001 - 05.2009
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and product recommendations.
  • Maximized freshness of products through efficient organization of storage coolers based on temperature requirements for different types of meats.
  • Improved efficiency with accurate pricing, labeling, and signage for meat products.
  • Demonstrated expertise in cutting, trimming, grinding, and preparing meats according to established standards and customer requests.
  • Supported the Meat Manager in achieving financial targets for sales growth, profit margin improvement, and labor cost control within the department''s operations.
  • Reduced waste by implementing proper inventory management techniques and rotating stock effectively.
  • Increased customer loyalty through knowledgeable interactions about various cuts of meat, cooking techniques, and recipe suggestions.
  • Assisted in increasing sales by maintaining a well-stocked and visually appealing meat department.
  • Contributed to inventory management by accurately tracking stock levels, placing orders as needed, and conducting regular audits of product quality.
  • Fostered a positive working environment within the meat department by demonstrating respectful, professional behavior and open communication with coworkers.
  • Ordered and received products under direction of Meat Manager to maintain high quality and proper quantity.
  • Trained meat department employees and supervised product placement, rotation, signage and display activities to foster positive customer experience.
  • Assisted in maintaining store-wide cleanliness standards by ensuring the meat department was clean, organized, and free of debris or spills.
  • Assisted Meat Manager with maintaining profit margin in accordance with sales goals, expenses, price changes and waste management.
  • Supported cost reduction efforts by identifying areas of potential loss due to spoilage or shrinkage within the meat department.
  • Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and cleaning protocols.
  • Merchandised aisles by creatively and logically allocating space and setting up impulse areas to increase customer spending.
  • Contributed to team success by training new employees on department procedures, policies, and best practices.
  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding product availability or specific requests for specialty items not stocked regularly within the store''s offerings.
  • Strengthened relationships with vendors to ensure timely deliveries of high-quality products at competitive prices.
  • Sold and displayed meat products to customers by advising on quality of food, method of handling and other factors affecting preparing, freezing and storage.
  • Assisted customers by finding requested items and providing preparation information for specific cuts of meat.

Meat Clerk

LONGOS
05.2000 - 09.2001
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve a well-stocked, clean, and organized work environment.
  • Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
  • Kept meat cases fully stocked, clean and properly labeled to allow customers to find products quickly.
  • Prepared and packaged meat products by cutting and grinding meat to customer specifications.
  • Maintained sanitation standards within the department by adhering to strict cleaning procedures and guidelines.
  • Used strong communication skills to address customer inquiries or concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Worked closely with supervisors to address any discrepancies found in inventory counts or order fulfillment processes immediately.
  • Maintained excellent levels of food safety by frequently checking product dates and temperatures.
  • Assisted customers with special requests and provided information on various cuts of meat, cooking techniques, and recipes.
  • Rotated products to sell before expiration dates, prevent waste and keep food safety in check.
  • Used proper sanitation and food safety techniques to prevent food contamination and illness.
  • Performed serving, cleaning and stocking to high standards and provided excellent customer satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ascension of Our Lord Secondary School
Mississauga, ON
06.2001

Skills

  • Scheduling staff
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Meat cutting
  • Merchandising strategies
  • Ordering supplies
  • Cutting techniques
  • Sanitation standards
  • Staff leadership
  • Schedule management
  • Employee scheduling
  • Employee development
  • Schedule coordination
  • Inventory ordering
  • Cross-department collaboration
  • Supply ordering
  • Loss prevention strategies
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Loss prevention policies
  • Merchandising management
  • Department activity logging
  • Promotion planning
  • Replenishment coordination
  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Computer skills
  • Organizational skills
  • Team collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Problem resolution
  • Relationship building
  • Customer relations
  • Team building
  • Professional and courteous
  • Task prioritization
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Scheduling and coordinating
  • Self motivation
  • Managing operations and efficiency
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Customer relationship management
  • Analytical thinking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Hiring and training
  • Employee training
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Training and development
  • Team development
  • Quality control
  • Strategic planning
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Employee coaching and mentoring
  • Sales strategy
  • Staff training
  • MS office
  • Time management abilities
  • Continuous improvement
  • Adaptability
  • Written communication
  • Staff development

Languages

English
Elementary
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Meat Manager

LONGOS
05.2009 - Current

Assistant Meat Manager

LONGOS
09.2001 - 05.2009

Meat Clerk

LONGOS
05.2000 - 09.2001

High School Diploma -

Ascension of Our Lord Secondary School

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