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Masibulele Gidi

Butchery Manager/Blockman
Cape Town

Summary

Receiving and storing meat and fish: Ensuring the quality and safety of meat and fish upon delivery, by receiving, inspecting, recording, and storing it

Maintaining food safety and sanitation: Adhering to food safety and sanitation controls, and keeping the department sanitary and efficient

Supervising staff: Setting up work schedules, assigning duties, and training new employees

Monitoring inventory: Monitoring product inventories and trends in consumer buying

Ordering meat: Ordering meat products as required

Dealing with customers: Addressing customer concerns and complaints

Consulting with sales: Consulting with sales managers and others to assess goals and strategies to increase sales

Inspecting equipment: Inspecting equipment regularly to ensure it is in good working order and safe to use

Maintaining industry standards: Keeping up to date with industry standard

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Blockman

Excellent Meat
Cape Town
06.2023 - Current
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments with a number of 30 employees
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Butchery Section Manager

Checkers
Cape Town
01.2020 - 12.2023

Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging team members

to share ideas for process improvements or new product offerings.

Led team meetings to review performance metrics and set goals for improvement.

Assisted customers with custom orders, addressing their specific needs and preferences.

Worked closely with suppliers for competitive pricing, resulting in cost savings for the business.

Improved customer satisfaction by providing high-quality meat products and exceptional service.

Oversaw merchandising initiatives, ensuring attractive displays that appealed to customers.

Implemented safety procedures to reduce workplace accidents and maintain a clean working environment.

Addressed customer concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally while maintaining a positive reputation for the department.

Trained new employees on handling, safety and stocking procedures.

Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.

  • Established strong relationships with local farmers to source high-quality meats at fair prices.

Blockman

Checkers
Cape Town
04.2018 - 11.2019
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Merchandiser

Spar
Cape Town
03.2016 - 12.2017
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Verified products appeared at correct locations in proper quantities.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs.
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
  • Reduced out-of-stock instances by conducting regular audits, adjusting inventory counts, and communicating discrepancies to management.
  • Contributed to a safe and welcoming shopping environment by adhering to store policies, addressing potential hazards, and maintaining clean, orderly merchandise displays.

Education

High School Diploma -

Phandulwazi Agricultural High School
Alice, South Africa
01.2011 - 12.2015

Skills

Friendly, Positive Attitude

Timeline

Blockman

Excellent Meat
06.2023 - Current

Butchery Section Manager

Checkers
01.2020 - 12.2023

Blockman

Checkers
04.2018 - 11.2019

Merchandiser

Spar
03.2016 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

Phandulwazi Agricultural High School
01.2011 - 12.2015
Masibulele GidiButchery Manager/Blockman