Sarah Lee Arvanitis
Westminster
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with over 15 years of experience in delivering exceptional customer service and performance. Recognized for strong communication, interpersonal, and creative thinking skills, consistently contributing to team success and organizational goals. Known for a dedicated work ethic and reliability, with a commitment to exceeding expectations and driving results. Eager to leverage these abilities to make a meaningful impact at the company.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Bakery Team Leader
Whole Foods Market Bradburn
08.2022 - 12.2025
- Analyzed financial data related to the bakery's performance against set targets or goals.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed in the bakery including food handling processes.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory, sales, and customer orders for the bakery.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner to maintain customer satisfaction levels.
- Created weekly schedules for staff members taking into account their availability and workload requirements.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback to ensure quality standards were met.
- Demonstrated strong leadership and organizational skills while managing a team of bakery staff to ensure efficient operations.
- Performed administrative duties such as payroll processing, timekeeping management.
Bakery Associate Team Leader
Whole Foods Market Bradburn
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided guidance on individual projects and ensured timely completion of tasks.
- Resolved conflicts among team members in an efficient manner while maintaining a positive work environment.
- Planned and managed resources effectively while ensuring optimal utilization of available resources.
- Encouraged team collaboration through open communication channels which resulted in increased productivity.
- Developed, coached and mentored team members to enhance their performance.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem solving skills by resolving complex issues quickly.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while managing daily operations within the organization.
Bakery Specialist
Whole Foods Market Bradburn
01.2017 - 10.2020
- Maintaining Financial Success and Growth
- Customer Service
- Merchandising and Displays
- Successful Holiday/Daily Execution through movement and planning
- Training numerous team members in order writer duties
- Regional Consultant for multiple store openings.
Team Member
PFDS Fresh Pack, Whole Foods Market Bradburn
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Manage and produce fresh items for the Fresh Pack Wall
- Maintain spoilage and pars, write the schematic and production list for each change out
- Assist other TMs in separate venues as needed
- Customer Service
- Holiday
- Production and Execution for Holiday/ESTORE meals
- Regional Consultant for El Paso and Longmont Store Openings.
Bakery Specialist
Whole Foods Market Westminster
07.2013 - 01.2015
- Ordered product and supplies for the Bakery Department
- Opening duties
- Spoilage and par maintenance
- Ensure planner was executed and inventory was completed
- Bakery Production
- Customer Service.
PFDS Team Member
Whole Foods Market Westminster
09.2012 - 07.2013
- Customer Service, Production, Fresh Pack, Opening and Closing Duties.
Pet Products Manager
PetSmart
09.2006 - 07.2013
- Stocked, Rotated, Filled Shelves with inventory
- Manager on Duty
- Customer Service, Inventory maintenance and accuracy
- Team Member
- Development and Growth.
Education
Associate In Arts (A.A.) - General Studies
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO05.2009
Skills
- Sales Processing
- Control of Expenses
- Servant Leadership
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Customer Needs Assessment
- Employee retention
- Supervisory experience
- Order management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Bakery Team Leader
Whole Foods Market Bradburn
08.2022 - 12.2025
Bakery Associate Team Leader
Whole Foods Market Bradburn
10.2020 - 08.2022
Bakery Specialist
Whole Foods Market Bradburn
01.2017 - 10.2020
Team Member
PFDS Fresh Pack, Whole Foods Market Bradburn
02.2015 - 01.2017
Bakery Specialist
Whole Foods Market Westminster
07.2013 - 01.2015
PFDS Team Member
Whole Foods Market Westminster
09.2012 - 07.2013
Pet Products Manager
PetSmart
09.2006 - 07.2013
Associate In Arts (A.A.) - General Studies
Front Range Community College