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Aaron McPherson
Butcher
Pittsburgh,PA
Summary
Skilled and experienced meat processing professional, with a focus on safety compliance, staff training, and inventory management. Consistently achieves high-quality standards and customer satisfaction through precise cutting and efficient equipment use. In-depth knowledge of hygiene and food safety practices, ensuring optimal cleanliness and protocol adherence. Team-oriented and selfless individual dedicated to meeting production goals and enhancing product availability while ensuring excellent customer service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Team Leader
Giant Eagle
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
10.2025 - Current
- Promoted to leadership role due to high quality performance, strong work ethic and exceptional customer service delivery.
- Streamlined daily operations by delegating tasks and monitoring team performance effectively.
- Resolved conflicts within the team, maintaining a positive working environment.
- Trained new employees in meat cutting and store protocols, ensuring adherence to product quality and safety measures.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure favorable terms, optimizing cost-saving opportunities.
- Implemented changes from management feedback to improve operational outcomes.
- Conducted performance reviews, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Created eye-catching store displays to boost merchandising efforts.
Meat Cutter
Giant Eagle
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Achieved optimal meat preparation by cutting, trimming, and grinding various types of meat.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization in the preparation area by adhering to sanitation regulations.
- Safely operated meat processing machinery such as saws, slicers, and grinders.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality assurance and compliance with health standards.
- Engaged with customers to provide tailored recommendations for meat selection and cooking methods.
- Prepared special orders based on specific customer requests for unique cuts or techniques.
- Managed inventory effectively by tracking stock levels and rotating products for freshness.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a hazard-free work environment.
Trainee/Apprentice Meat Cutter
Giant Eagle
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted in meat preparation and processing alongside experienced butchers to ensure quality products.
- Learned proper cutting techniques for diverse meat products, enhancing efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and tools for optimal hygiene.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and restocking items as needed.
- Adhered to safety protocols, ensuring a secure working environment.
- Acquired knowledge of meat quality standards and selection processes.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of butchering equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Clerk/Meat Wrapper
Giant Eagle
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted customers with product selections and inquiries at the counter.
- Labeled and wrapped assorted cuts of meat for effective display and sale.
- Operated packaging machinery to secure products, preserving freshness.
- Collaborated with colleagues to efficiently handle customer orders and requests.
- Ensured adherence to safety and sanitation protocols during meat processing.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas, including meat preparation stations.
- Executed sales transactions accurately through point-of-sale systems.
- Delivered superior customer service by addressing inquiries regarding meat selections.
- Restocked shelves promptly to maintain optimal inventory levels throughout shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Taylor Allderdice
Pittsburgh, PA05-2001
Skills
- Meat processing and cutting techniques
- Employee training
- Task delegation
- Vendor negotiation
- Customer relationship management
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Food safety compliance
- Customer service and support
- Team collaboration and moral
- Attention to detail
- Quality assurance
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Product knowledge
- Staff development
- Training support
- Staff training and development
- Team leadership
- Customer relations
- Employee performance evaluations
- Microsoft office expertise
- Problem-solving
- Employee engagement
- Team motivation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Vendor relationship management
- Orientating and training
- Team building
- Cost reduction
- Safety compliance
- Problem resolution
- Product labeling
- Sales transactions
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Retail operations
- Staff supervision
- Sales monitoring
- Coaching and mentoring
- Employee supervision
- Strategic thinking
- Staff management
- Conflict resolution
- Product and service sales
- Customer service and satisfaction
- Decision-making
- Workload management
Certification
- Certified Meat Cutter, Giant Eagle - 2024-Present
Affiliations
Physical fitness
Reading
Tech enthusiast
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Achieved promotion with high quality performance and strong work ethic within a short timeframe
Timeline
Assistant Team Leader
Giant Eagle
10.2025 - Current
Meat Cutter
Giant Eagle
01.2025 - 10.2025
Trainee/Apprentice Meat Cutter
Giant Eagle
07.2024 - 01.2025
Clerk/Meat Wrapper
Giant Eagle
03.2024 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Taylor Allderdice