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Michael Yeager

Kansas City

Summary

Dynamic butcher with extensive experience at Price Chopper, excelling in meat preparation and customer service. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and ensure health compliance while training staff. Recognized for implementing effective sales techniques that increased product visibility and customer satisfaction. Strong team collaboration and conflict resolution skills drive success in fast-paced environments.

Resourceful Dispensary Manager known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in regulatory compliance, inventory management, and customer service excellence. Excel in leadership, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring smooth dispensary operations and positive team dynamics.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Butcher

Price Chopper
Kansas City
11.2021 - Current
  • Cut and prepare various meats according to customer specifications.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the meat department.
  • Operate meat processing equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Assist customers with product selection and provide cooking advice.
  • Monitor inventory levels and restock products as needed.
  • Train new staff on proper cutting techniques and safety protocols.
  • Ensure compliance with health regulations in meat handling practices.
  • Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas to maintain health standards.
  • Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
  • Weighed, wrapped, labeled, priced, and displayed merchandise for sale.
  • Operated slicers, grinders and other butcher shop equipment safely.
  • Assisted customers with special orders or requests for certain cuts of meat.
  • Complied with federal, state and local sanitation regulations and department procedures.
  • Monitored temperature levels in refrigeration units throughout the day.
  • Disposed of expired meats in accordance with food safety regulations.
  • Prepared cuts of beef, pork, veal, lamb and poultry to customer specifications.
  • Followed emergency procedures in event of workplace accidents.
  • Implemented suggestive selling techniques for less desirable cuts to maximize profits and clear inventory.
  • Ordered supplies from vendors when necessary to meet customer demand.

Team Lead

Besame Wellness
Kansas City
08.2018 - 10.2021
  • Managed daily operations of dispensary, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Supervised staff training and development for improved service quality.
  • Coordinated inventory management and ordering of cannabis products.
  • Implemented standard operating procedures to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Assisted customers with product selection and provided educational resources.
  • Maintained accurate records of sales and inventory transactions.
  • Fostered a positive team environment through effective communication strategies.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to staff.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain positive relationships with clients.
  • Assisted customers with product selection based on their individual needs and preferences.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks to monitor stock levels and identify potential shortages.
  • Established partnerships with local organizations to provide educational resources about cannabis use.
  • Implemented promotional activities to increase brand visibility within the local community.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth delivery of services across the organization.
  • Supervised staff to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Inspected merchandise regularly for quality assurance purposes prior to sale.
  • Evaluated employee performance against established targets on a quarterly basis.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions related to the sale of medical marijuana products.
  • Tracked, organized and counted clinic stock and supplies.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment in compliance with health and safety standards.

Butcher

Save A Lot
Kansas City
09.2014 - 10.2018
  • Cut and prepare various meats according to customer specifications.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization in the meat department.
  • Operate meat processing equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Assist customers with product selection and provide cooking advice.
  • Monitor inventory levels and restock products as needed.
  • Train new staff on proper cutting techniques and safety protocols.
  • Ensure compliance with health regulations in meat handling practices.
  • Collaborate with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas to maintain health standards.
  • Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
  • Weighed, wrapped, labeled, priced, and displayed merchandise for sale.
  • Operated slicers, grinders and other butcher shop equipment safely.
  • Assisted customers with special orders or requests for certain cuts of meat.
  • Stocked shelves with freshly cut meats for customers to purchase.
  • Inspected meats for quality assurance before selling them to customers.
  • Monitored temperature levels in refrigeration units throughout the day.
  • Disposed of expired meats in accordance with food safety regulations.
  • Prepared cuts of beef, pork, veal, lamb and poultry to customer specifications.
  • Followed emergency procedures in event of workplace accidents.
  • Used sizing guidelines to cut meat products and arrange pieces in trays.
  • Identified perishable inventory nearing expiration date and marked down prices to minimize waste.
  • Displayed a professional attitude when interacting with customers or colleagues.
  • Implemented suggestive selling techniques for less desirable cuts to maximize profits and clear inventory.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

KCAI
Kansas City, MO
06-2015

Bachelor of Science - Education

Kansas City Kansas Community College
Kansas City, KS
06-2005

Skills

  • Meat preparation
  • Equipment operation
  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • Health compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Employee training
  • Product display
  • Sales techniques
  • Workflow optimization
  • Safety protocols
  • Team collaboration
  • Cooking advice
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Sales transactions
  • Team building
  • Product knowledge
  • Operational efficiency
  • Conflict resolution
  • Scheduling
  • Health standards
  • Communication strategies
  • Promotional activities
  • Store maintenance
  • Security protocols
  • Standard operating procedures
  • HIPAA compliance

Timeline

Butcher

Price Chopper
11.2021 - Current

Team Lead

Besame Wellness
08.2018 - 10.2021

Butcher

Save A Lot
09.2014 - 10.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Art History

KCAI

Bachelor of Science - Education

Kansas City Kansas Community College

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