Justin Foreman
Romeoville
Summary
Dynamic Meat Manager with extensive experience at Jewel Osco, skilled in meat cutting and staff leadership. Achieved significant waste reduction through effective inventory management and enhanced sales via strategic merchandising. Proven ability to train and mentor teams, ensuring compliance with sanitation standards while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Manager
Jewel Osco
Palos Park, IL
05.2024 - Current
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and minimize waste.
- Trained and mentored team members on meat department processes and safety protocols.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and regulations.
- Developed promotional displays to enhance product visibility and customer engagement.
- Conducted quality control assessments to maintain high product standards and freshness.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through efficient stock management and supplier negotiations.
- Collaborated with upper management to develop strategic merchandising plans for seasonal promotions.
- Analyzed sales data to optimize inventory turnover and improve overall department profitability.
- Maintained open lines of communication with all team members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to high productivity levels and employee retention.
- Enhanced meat department sales by ensuring proper product display and presentation.
- Conducted regular quality control checks on incoming shipments, ensuring only the freshest meats were offered to customers.
- Reduced waste costs by implementing effective inventory management and rotation systems.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with food safety regulations and guidelines.
Meat Cutter
Jewel Osco
Lemont, IL
05.2020 - 05.2024
- Operated and maintained meat cutting tools and equipment for optimal performance
- Selected high-quality cuts of meat based on customer specifications and safety standards
- Processed and packaged meat products for display, ensuring freshness and hygiene
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels, and minimizing waste
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized work environment
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and fulfilling special requests
- Trained new employees on proper cutting techniques and safety protocols
- Implemented best practices to enhance efficiency in meat preparation processes
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Continuously sharpened knives and maintained equipment for optimal cutting performance.
- Enhanced meat product quality by implementing proper cutting techniques and adhering to sanitation standards.
Dairy Manager
Jewel Osco
Orland Park, IL
03.2015 - 05.2020
- Managed daily operations of dairy department, ensuring product quality and freshness.
- Trained staff on proper stocking procedures and inventory management techniques.
- Implemented efficient workflow processes to enhance team productivity and minimize waste.
- Conducted regular quality checks to maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Coordinated promotional displays to increase customer engagement and sales in dairy section.
- Assisted in inventory audits, maintaining accurate stock levels and reducing discrepancies.
- Developed training materials for new employees, fostering knowledge of dairy products and best practices.
- Checked department signage and confirmed proper pricing, making sure sale items accurate.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to ensure reliable product supply and favorable pricing negotiations.
- Enhanced dairy department efficiency by implementing effective inventory management systems.
- Streamlined dairy operations for increased productivity by optimizing staff scheduling and task delegation.
Grocery Clerk
Jewel Osco
Palos Park, IL
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Assisted customers with inquiries and product selections to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of aisles to ensure safety and accessibility.
- Stocked shelves efficiently, ensuring accurate product placement and inventory management.
- Operated cash register proficiently, handling transactions with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Monitored inventory levels, reporting discrepancies to management for timely replenishment actions.
- Trained new employees on store procedures and customer service standards for consistency in operations.
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
Cashier
Jewel Osco
Palos Park, IL
09.2007 - 02.2013
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale system.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area to enhance customer experience.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, providing knowledgeable support and recommendations.
- Handled cash and electronic payments while ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Trained new cashiers on register operations and customer service best practices.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, ensuring satisfaction and fostering repeat business.
Bagger
Jewel Osco
Palos Park, IL
04.2006 - 09.2006
- Assisted customers with efficient bagging and handling of groceries.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline checkout processes during peak hours.
- Adapted quickly to changes in product availability and customer needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL05-2010
Skills
- Scheduling staff
- Sanitation procedures
- Meat cutting
- Merchandising strategies
- Ordering supplies
- Sanitation standards
- Staff leadership
- Cutting techniques
- Cross-department collaboration
- Loss prevention strategies
- Temperature monitoring
Timeline
Meat Manager
Jewel Osco
05.2024 - Current
Meat Cutter
Jewel Osco
05.2020 - 05.2024
Dairy Manager
Jewel Osco
03.2015 - 05.2020
Grocery Clerk
Jewel Osco
02.2013 - 03.2015
Cashier
Jewel Osco
09.2007 - 02.2013
Bagger
Jewel Osco
04.2006 - 09.2006
Associate of Science - Accounting
Moraine Valley Community College