Mark Seward
Mount Barker,SA
Summary
Proactive and meticulous Meat Manager with over 36 years of experience in Meat Industry. Proficiencies in inventory control, sales, staff training and development. Customer-oriented team player with expertise generating optimal satisfaction levels while building profits and client generation.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Meat Department Manager
Foodland
12.2021 - Current
- Increased department efficiency by training new team members on proper cutting techniques and equipment usage.
- Evaluated market trends to make informed decisions regarding pricing adjustments that positively impacted revenue growth.
- Reduced waste and improved profitability by implementing proper storage techniques for perishable items.
- Collaborated with store manager to develop promotional strategies, driving sales in meat department.
- Monthly financial stocktake.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries of fresh, high-quality meat products for sale.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, providing effective solutions that resulted in increased satisfaction rates among patrons visiting the store's meat section regularly.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and assisting with meat selection.
- Completed inventory counts, reordered stock, and removed expired items from supply.
- Set department schedules for adequate shift coverage and assigned daily work tasks to individual team members based upon strength and experience.
- Active member of OHS committee
- Ensured optimal staffing levels by creating weekly schedules and adjusting as needed based on business demands.
- Maintained a clean and sanitized work area, adhering to strict food safety regulations and guidelines.
Meat Manager
Tony And Marks
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.
- Conducted regular quality control checks on incoming shipments, ensuring only the freshest meats were offered to customers.
- Enhanced meat department sales by ensuring proper product display and presentation.
- Managed ordering process for all meat products, streamlining procedures to improve efficiency while reducing overstock issues.
- Mentored junior staff members in proper meat handling techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Set department schedules for adequate shift coverage and assigned daily work tasks to individual team members based upon strength and experience.
Meat Manager/Specialist Consultant
Coles Supermarket
03.1988 - 10.2021
- Developed and executed successful holiday promotions, including special offers and themed displays designed to attract shoppers during peak seasonal periods.
- Conducted regular quality control checks on incoming shipments, ensuring only the freshest meats were offered to customers.
- Directed the implementation of new merchandising layouts to showcase featured products and drive sales growth in the department.
- Enhanced meat department sales by ensuring proper product display and presentation.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills in managing daily operations of the meat department, consistently meeting targets for sales growth and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with store management to develop successful promotional strategies for meat department offerings.
- Reduced waste costs by implementing effective inventory management and rotation systems.
Education
Campbelltown High School
Adelaide, SARegency Park TAFE
Adelaide, SACertificate IV in Firstline Management
Accreditation And Registration Council of S.A
03.2002
Food Handling And Hygiene
Swinburne University of Technology
Prahran, VIC10.1995
Meat Quality Evaluation
NSW Meat Industry Authority
10.1992
Skills
- Sanitation protocols
- Meat cutting expertise
- Food Safety Compliance
- Employee Scheduling
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Team Leadership
- Problem Resolution
- Professional and Courteous
Timeline
Assistant Meat Department Manager
Foodland
12.2021 - Current
Meat Manager
Tony And Marks
10.2021 - 12.2021
Meat Manager/Specialist Consultant
Coles Supermarket
03.1988 - 10.2021
Campbelltown High School
Regency Park TAFE
Certificate IV in Firstline Management
Accreditation And Registration Council of S.A
Food Handling And Hygiene
Swinburne University of Technology
Meat Quality Evaluation
NSW Meat Industry Authority
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