Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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Bradley Huxley

Fernvale,QLD

Summary

Enthusiastic Customer Service professional with expertise in meat retail, communication and service. Driven to provide superior quality customer service. Innovative in leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services as well as creating solutions for customers to drive loyalty, retention and revenue. Highly adept at training, managing, coaching and mentoring sales, with talent for interacting with staff and customers at all levels of organization and public.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Meat Department Manager

Drakes Supermarkets
06.2018 - Current
  • Operated saws and slicers to cut meat, using safety protocols and procedures to avoid accidents.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring the highest quality and freshest meat products were available.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to strict sanitation standards for food handling and safety.
  • Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures.
  • Boosted sales through strategic merchandising of meat products, creating eye-catching displays and promotions.
  • Reduced waste and shrinkage by closely monitoring product expiration dates and rotating stock accordingly.
  • Maintained compliance with all federal, state, and local food safety regulations through diligent record-keeping and regular staff training.
  • Reviewed inventory levels and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
  • Managed budgets for labor costs, inventory control, and ordering supplies while maintaining desired profit margins.

Meat Department Manager

Woolworths Supermarket
12.2004 - 06.2018

Worked in numerous roles throughout including Shop Assistant, Butcher, Meat Department Manager, Assistant Store Manager Relief.

  • Reduced waste costs by implementing effective inventory management and rotation systems.
  • Ensured consistent high-quality products by closely monitoring cutting, grinding, and packaging processes.
  • Mentored junior staff members in proper meat handling techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing daily operations of the meat department, consistently meeting targets for sales growth and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed ordering process for all meat products, streamlining procedures to improve efficiency while reducing overstock issues.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance and recommendations on meat selections.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.

Butcher

Cool Meat Direst
01.2006 - 09.2008
  • Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
  • Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
  • Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.

Education

Certificate III - Meat Retail

Tafe Queensland
Brisbane, QLD
12.2007

Skills

  • Cutting techniques
  • Sanitation Standards
  • Staff Leadership
  • Schedule Management
  • Inventory ordering
  • Loss prevention strategies
  • Budget Administration
  • Customer Service

Certification

LF Forklift Licence expires Feb 2028

References

Timothy Mizzen

Woolworths Area Manager

South Brisbane

0429270823


Clinton Rogers

Fruit and Vegetable Buyer Woolworths

0431294690

Timeline

Meat Department Manager

Drakes Supermarkets
06.2018 - Current

Butcher

Cool Meat Direst
01.2006 - 09.2008

Meat Department Manager

Woolworths Supermarket
12.2004 - 06.2018

Certificate III - Meat Retail

Tafe Queensland
Bradley Huxley