This is a well known full service neighborhood retail grocery store with 229 locations throughout California.- Direct and manage staff, recruit, hire and train, assist with scheduling, control shrinkage and expenses- Ensure a strong focus on customer service and maintain rigid store appearance standards- Supervise a team of 24-28 front of the house personnel and audit cash drawer receipts

Originally a Wild Oats Team Leader, however Whole Foods acquired Wild Oats (their largest rival) in 2007.- Instituted a once a month front of the store meeting (paid) to enhance commitment, communication, enthusiasm and offer recognition. This contributed greatly to higher performance and satisfaction levels- Recruited, hired and developed new team members- Controlled expenses, procurement and inventory and handled regulatory compliance- Had accountability for all aspects of… Show more Originally a Wild Oats Team Leader, however Whole Foods acquired Wild Oats (their largest rival) in 2007.- Instituted a once a month front of the store meeting (paid) to enhance commitment, communication, enthusiasm and offer recognition. This contributed greatly to higher performance and satisfaction levels- Recruited, hired and developed new team members- Controlled expenses, procurement and inventory and handled regulatory compliance- Had accountability for all aspects of team operations and performance Show less

Complete renovation of retail convenience store - Recruited, hired and trained staff of 5-7- Designed and deployed merchandising, promotional and strategic partnership plans- Selected and negotiated with vendors for core inventory and tested new vendors and price points- Encouraged add-on sales with strategic floor plans, demand focused procurement and merchandising- Controlled expenses and P&L

Since 1924 WFS has carried the finest traditional, antique and contemporary fireplaces in California.- Designed, directed and implemented the BBQ/Grilling department's merchandising program- Prepared and secured purchasing contracts with vendors and ensured department was immaculate- Upgraded BBQ department merchandise mix and floor plans, which led to a surge in business

7-Eleven® Has 6,800 stores in the U.S. and Canada and more than 36,000 stores worldwide, the 7-Eleven® brand is known for being open extended hours, and is recognized and trusted around the globe. Named #2 Franchise by Entrepreneur® Magazine in worldwide franchise sales.- Efficiently managed, trained and coached a team of 10 employees to redefine customer service standards- Experimented with new vendors to take advantage of new sales and profit opportunities- Implemented… Show more 7-Eleven® Has 6,800 stores in the U.S. and Canada and more than 36,000 stores worldwide, the 7-Eleven® brand is known for being open extended hours, and is recognized and trusted around the globe. Named #2 Franchise by Entrepreneur® Magazine in worldwide franchise sales.- Efficiently managed, trained and coached a team of 10 employees to redefine customer service standards- Experimented with new vendors to take advantage of new sales and profit opportunities- Implemented the "Easy" Program to Eliminate Alcohol Sales to Youths with law enforcement- Worked with the community and vendors to implement different marketing and merchandising plans Show less