Operations Manager Food Industry Expert

MIKLOS KEREKES, Manager

Moncton, 647-***-****, *************.**@*****.***

SUMMARY Dedicated and results-oriented Manager with over 15 years of experience in operations, team leadership, and process improvement within the food industry. Proven ability to supervise daily operations, train staff on quality standards, and manage resources to meet production targets. Expertise in inventory management, production scheduling, and implementing process enhancements to boost efficiency and throughput. Seeking to leverage extensive management background to drive success as a Department Manager, Meat.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Manager

Gryfe’s Bagels and Baked Goods Ltd

01/2018 – Present North York, Canada

Supervised daily plant operations, executing the company's organizational structure.

Trained supervisors on BRC production processes, focusing on waste reduction and maintaining quality standards.

Convened production meetings with HR, QA, Maintenance, and production supervisors to ensure alignment.

Managed material resources to meet production targets and specific client requirements.

Monitored equipment performance, verified supply levels, and coordinated workforce allocation to meet demand.

Established and revised production schedules to adapt to fluctuating demands.

Evaluated individual employee performance to address issues and boost productivity.

Oversaw inventory management and conducted physical counts. Devised and implemented process enhancements to improve department quality and throughput.

Assessed key performance indicators daily and made adjustments to maximize production efficiency.

Bakery Manager

What a Bagel, Franchises Bakery

01/2011 – 04/2018 North York, Canada

Scheduled staff to ensure optimal bakery coverage during peak periods and holidays.

Crafted and decorated cakes and pastries, baked breads, tarts, and pies, and innovated specialty desserts.

Mitigated cross-contamination and infection risks through adherence to safe food handling protocols.

Facilitated the coordination of product ordering, receiving, and stocking processes.

Trained new bakery staff on operating the POS system. Conceived new recipes and implemented process improvements to reduce waste.

Revamped bakery menus by proposing innovative product items. Coffee House Manager

Corinthia Hotel

01/2005 – 04/2011 Budapest, Hungary

Analyzed reports and refined workflows to align with operational targets. Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing issues and providing knowledgeable service.

Delegated tasks to staff, establishing priorities and objectives. Oversaw receiving processes and maintained efficient inventory management.

Mentored staff on techniques to improve performance and foster customer relationships.

Coordinated employee work schedules and assigned tasks within the department.

EDUCATION

Langley BC

Certificate, Green Six Sigma

03/2025 – 11/2026 Online, Canada

Engaged in online and distributed learning methodologies. Smart West

Certificate, Business Management Studies (BMS)

03/2008 – 06/2008 Budapest

College

Diploma

09/1986 – 05/1989 Budapest, Hungary

Worksite Safety Compliance Centre

Certificate, WHMIS

05/2020 – 05/2020 Toronto, ON

SKILLS Lean Manufacturing Quality Control

Continuous Improvement Production Scheduling

Inventory Management Process Improvement

Food Safety Procedures Staff Training

Leadership Communication

Problem-solving Team Building

Decision Making Team Management

Customer Service Merchandising

Operational Excellence Conflict Resolution

Financial Analysis Inventory Management

Lifting Retail Experience

Food Safe Certification Attention to Detail

Initiative Management Experience

Relationship Building Entrepreneurial Mindset

Scheduling In-Store Display Creation

Collective Agreement Knowledge

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