Ben Rogers
Cranbourne North
Summary
I am a confident, capable and outgoing person who is highly self motivated, keen to work and would willingly undertake further training to assist with fulfilling my employment responsibilities. I intend to use the skills and knowledge that i have accumulated over the past18 years in the baking and management industry to contribute to the productivity and profitability of my employer. I work well as an individual and in a team.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Andric Group
01.2024 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Grocery Manager
Coles Supermarket
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
- Enhanced store presentation through regular merchandising updates and innovative display techniques.
- Coordinated with other departments for smooth cross-functional collaboration, enhancing overall store performance.
- Strengthened profits by reducing waste, controlling shrinkage, and increasing team efficiency with optimized workflows.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement within the team.
- Engaged customers and provided very high level of service and support, helping find desired products and items.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient inventory management and product rotation systems.
- Performed key tasks to promote inviting grocery store appearance.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies, resulting in reduced shrinkage rates.
- Boosted employee morale by fostering a positive work environment and providing regular feedback.
Baker
Coles
05.2018 - 12.2022
- Currently I am taking a break from being a Coles Bakery Manager and am enjoying focusing on the core baking fundamentals of a great, consistent quality product
- Now that I have taken a more relaxed role and recharged im ready to take on something more fulfilling and long-term
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Ensured product freshness by implementing proper storage techniques and regularly rotating stock.
Bakery Manager
Coles
06.2017 - 05.2018
- I was the bakery manager for Coles Collingwood, my duties included but not limited to:
- Daily stock counts and stock ordering
- Inventory counts for easy ordering replenishment
- Production and waste management
- Rostering of team members
- Controlling markdowns and stock loss
- Performing monthly stocktakes for the department
- Task delegation and team member efficiency
- Promotional changeovers and meeting targets on sales challenge lines
- I was also responsible for meeting the companies expectations for rostering to budget, meeting sales targets
Project Manager/ Concierge Manager
Credo
08.2016 - 04.2017
- I was approached by Credo to help rollout a new concept called Concierge Services which they were to provide to new coles stores being outfitted
- The role included:
- Putting together scope of works
- Costing projects
- Putting together a checklist for team members to follow (as this was a new service provided)
- Building and training teams in all states
- Liaising with other business partners:
- Tic Group- checking delivery schedule to ensure all items have been ordered vs the final layout
- Dutt Transport - confirming date and time of required items to be delivered
- Completing works by agreed deadline with the client
- In between Concierge Services i was taking on other new clients as a project manager
- Unfortunately I was made redundant due to being one of the last people employed and the company was forced to make so cutbacks due to a major client falling through
Bakery Manager
Coles
09.2014 - 08.2016
- I was the bakery manager for Coles Knox, my duties included but not limited to:
- Daily stock counts and stock ordering
- Inventory counts for easy ordering replenishment
- Production and waste management
- Rostering of team members
- Controlling markdowns and stock loss
- Performing monthly stocktakes for the department
- Task delegation and team member efficiency
- Promotional changeovers and meeting targets on sales challenge lines
- I was also responsible for meeting the companies expectations for rostering to budget, meeting sales targets
Quality Development Manager
Bread Solutions
01.2014 - 10.2014
- This job involved:
- Doing hourly quality checks of all products being produced
- Audit checks on production lines to ensure process is being followed
- Training processes to all team members
- Implement new processes if/ where required
- I was responsible for getting the best quality and consistent product possible
- Knowledge and experience in the trade was essential in our role as at times we needed to fault diagnose quality issues and fix it
Bakery Manager
Coles
09.2012 - 01.2014
- I was the bakery manager for Coles Southland, my duties included but not limited to:
- Daily stock counts and stock ordering
- Inventory counts for easy ordering replenishment
- Production and waste management
- Rostering of team members
- Controlling markdowns and stock loss
- Performing monthly stocktakes for the department
- Task delegation and team member efficiency
- Promotional changeovers and meeting targets on sales challenge lines
- I was also responsible for meeting the companies expectations for rostering to budget, meeting sales targets
Bakery Manager
Bakers Delight
04.2008 - 08.2012
- I was the bakery manager at Bakers Delight my duties included:
- Stocktake
- Stock ordering
- Writing production sheets & production schedules
- Rostering
- I had full managerial control with regards to how the production is run, hiring and dismissal of team members
- I trained new apprentices and developed the skills of qualified bakers
- I was also the FSS and OHS officer
Education
White Card - Construction Engineering
Edway Training
Hallam, VIC02.2024
Implement Food Safety Programs & Procedures
CFT International Pty Ltd
Melbourne07.2011
Certificate III - Food Processing- Retail Baking
Targeted Training
South Australia04.2006
Business Studies
Tafe SA
South Australia01.2001
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Vehicle inspections
Hobbies and Interests
Ten Pin Bowling
PERSONAL QUALITIES
- Relate well to people of all ages and backgrounds.
- Proven ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines.
- Able to work effectively in a team environment or individually.
- Can work with little or no supervision.
- Use initiative to solve day to day tasks.
- Able to prioritise my work schedule to maximise my work output.
Timeline
Truck Driver
Andric Group
01.2024 - Current
Grocery Manager
Coles Supermarket
12.2022 - 12.2023
Baker
Coles
05.2018 - 12.2022
Bakery Manager
Coles
06.2017 - 05.2018
Project Manager/ Concierge Manager
Credo
08.2016 - 04.2017
Bakery Manager
Coles
09.2014 - 08.2016
Quality Development Manager
Bread Solutions
01.2014 - 10.2014
Bakery Manager
Coles
09.2012 - 01.2014
Bakery Manager
Bakers Delight
04.2008 - 08.2012
Implement Food Safety Programs & Procedures
CFT International Pty Ltd
Certificate III - Food Processing- Retail Baking
Targeted Training
Business Studies
Tafe SA
White Card - Construction Engineering
Edway Training
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