Department Manager (Produce) 2006 - Present
CurrentDepartment Manager 2006 - PresentDepartment Assistant 2003 - 2006Clerk 1987-1997Gained recognition as top-performing “Sales Driver” for one of Canada’s largest retail supermarkets, promoted through roles with increased responsibility. Accountable for coordinating, managing, and maintaining all facets of day-to-day departmental operations including: • Training, scheduling, and supervising new hires and existing personnel.• Performing human resource related activities.• Maintaining high levels of safety and functionality of facility and equipment.• Regularly identifing and developing action plans to address operational deficiencies.• Administering individual and departmental performance reviews, communicating verbal and written appraisals. • Performing analysis of various data, budgets, and reports. ✪ Optimizes efficiency and performance through the development and implementation of departmental procedures and guidelines – Enhances workplace health, safety, and equipment operation.✪ Conducts individual and group health and safety orientation and training presentations – Successfully command attention and engage diverse audiences.✪ Minimizes workplace hazards through continuous staff training and development – Ensures new and existing employees understand and adhere to all company policies and quality, health, and safety regulations.✪ Continually selected to assist with on-site assessments for various facilities throughout Edmonton region – Analyzes facilities for potentially dangerous workplace practices and conditions; formulates recommendations for improvements accordingly.
