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Kara Bean

9600 Pleasant Plains Rd Damascus

Summary

Dynamic and customer-focused professional with extensive experience at Safeway-Albertsons, excelling in product merchandising and maintaining high cleanliness standards. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through exceptional service and product knowledge, while collaborating effectively with team members to drive sales and improve operational efficiency. Committed to workplace safety and continuous learning.

Professional and experienced in food retail, prepared to excel in this role. Demonstrates strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. Skilled in inventory management, customer service, and maintaining food safety standards.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Food Clerk

Safeway-Albertsons
11.2015 - Current
  • Stocked shelves and rotated inventory regularly for optimal product freshness and quality.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Processed transactions accurately, demonstrating excellent attention to detail and cash handling skills.
  • Adhered strictly to all company policies regarding sanitation, allergen control measures, preventing cross-contamination of foods.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently, contributing to overall store success.
  • Demonstrated extensive product knowledge, guiding customers toward informed purchasing decisions.
  • Arranged items in display cases to promote sales.
  • Demonstrated advanced product knowledge, item locations, pricing and stock levels.
  • Contributed ideas during team meetings that led to process improvements and enhanced workplace morale.
  • Assisted customers in finding products, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.
  • Resolved customer inquiries or concerns promptly, maintaining professionalism and fostering positive relationships.
  • Assisted in managing product counts and audits.

Bakery/Deli Clerk

Safeway
08.2010 - 01.2014
  • Efficiently managed time by prioritizing tasks, delegating responsibilities where necessary, and working collaboratively with other team members to complete daily activities.
  • Balanced multiple responsibilities concurrently while maintaining excellent organization skills under pressure during peak hours or busy seasons.
  • Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily tasks such as stocking shelves, slicing meats, and packaging products.
  • Assisted customers with special orders, ensuring accurate fulfillment and timely delivery for events and occasions.
  • Ensured a pleasant shopping experience by addressing customer concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Implemented creative merchandising ideas for bakery and deli displays to attract customer attention and increase impulse purchases.
  • Adhered to strict quality control measures for all perishable items in the bakery/deli department to maintain freshness standards.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and product knowledge in the bakery and deli departments.
  • Demonstrated versatility by cross-training in multiple areas, including baking, deli preparation, cashier duties, and customer service.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to food safety regulations and company policies.
  • Provided personalized service for customers with dietary restrictions or preferences by suggesting appropriate alternatives from available options.
  • Maintained tidy and organized work area to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Checked expiration dates and rotated products to verify freshness and avoid spoilage.
  • Recommended new bakery items to customers based on taste preferences, building rapport and boosting sales.
  • Kept kitchen, counter and dining areas cleaned and sanitized.
  • Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
  • Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.

Education

No Degree - Business

Montgomery College
Rockville, MD
06-2027

High School Diploma -

Gaithersburg High School
101 Education Blvd Gaithersburg, MD 20877
06-2010

Skills

  • Excellent customer service
  • Cleanliness and hygiene
  • Product knowledge
  • Maintaining displays
  • Product merchandising
  • Willingness to learn
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Customer service
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Workplace safety
  • Excellent communication
  • Customer service-focused

Timeline

Food Clerk

Safeway-Albertsons
11.2015 - Current

Bakery/Deli Clerk

Safeway
08.2010 - 01.2014

No Degree - Business

Montgomery College

High School Diploma -

Gaithersburg High School

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