Travis Poore
New Tazewell
Summary
Results-driven Produce Manager experienced in managing inventory control and maintaining optimal stock levels. Increased value through effective supervision of grocery store staff and innovative merchandising displays. Demonstrated expertise in organic, local, and commercial produce products.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Produce Manager
Food City 680
Maynardville
09.2021 - Current
- Managed daily operations of produce department, ensuring optimal presentation and availability of fresh produce.
- Supervised staff to uphold quality standards and maintain freshness of produce, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Trained team members on proper handling and storage of fruits and vegetables, contributing to reduced spoilage and waste.
Meat Department Manager
Food City 679
Powell
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed daily operations of the meat department to ensure product quality.
- Oversaw inventory control and maintained stock levels for fresh products.
- Ordered, received, and stocked merchandise to maintain fresh product availability and meet customer demand.
- Maintained accurate inventory records and monitored stock levels to support efficient operations and reduce waste.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and proper meat handling techniques to ensure compliance and minimize risk.
- Implemented best practices for food safety and sanitation in the department.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and company policies in all processes.
- Developed weekly schedules to optimize team efficiency and coverage.
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided cooking recommendations.
Store Manager
Cookes foods
Tazewell
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed daily store operations and ensured adherence to company policies.
- Trained and supervised staff to improve customer service and streamline operations.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies that increased customer engagement and boosted sales.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain a positive shopping experience.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures ensuring accuracy in transactions and deposits.
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking efforts for optimal product availability.
- Managed inventory tracking and conducted physical counts to reduce shrinkage.
- Developed staff schedules to meet business needs while maintaining labor costs.
- Conducted regular team meetings to communicate updates and address employee concerns.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
Store Manager
Ingles Supermarket
New Tazewell
05.1993 - 05.2010
- Managed daily store operations and ensured adherence to company policies.
- Trained and supervised staff to enhance customer service and efficiency.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to attract customers and promote sales.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking efforts for optimal product availability.
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Oversaw cash handling procedures ensuring accuracy in transactions and deposits.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
- Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
- Developed staff schedules to meet business needs while maintaining labor costs.
- Developed new employees' skills through hands-on training and supervision to enhance team productivity.
- Conducted regular team meetings to communicate updates and address employee concerns.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to maintain a positive shopping experience.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Prepared monthly reports on sales figures, expenses, profits.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
Skills
- Produce management
- Food safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Inventory control
- Retail inventory management
- Supply chain management
- Operational efficiency
- Labor scheduling
- Seasonal product promotions
- Product display optimization
- Display creation
- Market trend analysis
- Team training
- Staff supervision
- Department leadership
- Resource allocation
- Waste reduction
- Customer engagement
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Health department standards
Certification
State of TN LP gas certification
Serv safe certification
Timeline
Produce Manager
Food City 680
09.2021 - Current
Meat Department Manager
Food City 679
09.2020 - 09.2021
Store Manager
Cookes foods
01.2018 - 01.2020
Store Manager
Ingles Supermarket
05.1993 - 05.2010