Dereck Allard

Results-driven supervisor with experience in grocery retail, hospitality, property management, and warehouse operations. Strong background in team leadership, inventory control, process improvement, and customer service with a proven record of reducing costs and improving operational performance.

Houseman | Lake Louise, Alberta | Current Position - Lake Louise, Alberta

• Support housekeeping operations and maintain guest-service standards
• Coordinate supplies and ensure cleanliness of guest and public areas
• Contribute to a safe, organized, and welcoming environment

Grocery Supervisor | Co-op, Carlyle, Saskatchewan | 2021–2026 - Co-op, Carlyle, Saskatchewan - Carlyle, Saskatchewan

(2021-01 - 2026-12)

• Supervised grocery department operations, staff training, scheduling, and customer service
• Reduced department markdowns from 4.0% to 1.78% through improved inventory management and product rotation
• Reduced overall inventory by approximately $80,000, improving efficiency and stock control
• Implemented daily date-check procedures in the dairy department and weekly date checks throughout grocery aisles
• Improved product freshness, reduced waste, and increased accountability across the department

Property Caretaker | Broadstreet Properties - Broadstreet Properties

• Responsible for overall property appearance and cleanliness • Awarded Best Property in the Region – Curb Appeal Award (2021)

Grocery Stock / Cashier | IGA Peachland - IGA Peachland

• Ordering, merchandising, stock rotation, cashier duties, and customer service

Warehouse Receiver / Yard Worker | Bartle & Gibson - Bartle & Gibson

• Receiving, inventory control, shipping, order fulfillment, and equipment operation

High School Diploma

Secondary College Education in Hospitality - Hospitality