Food Processor
Genesis Bakery & Cafe
01.2025 - Current
- Streamlined food processing procedures for increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Built and packed boxes for shipment.
- Kept work areas neat, clean, and properly sanitized.
- Maintained high safety standards with routine equipment checks and proper handling techniques.
- Contributed to company growth by meeting or exceeding production goals on a regular basis.
- Prepared and preserved wide selection of food items.
- Mixed batches according to standardized preparations.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by consistently adhering to sanitation guidelines and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to develop innovative solutions for food production challenges.
- Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality products meeting established specifications.
- Checked and controlled food-making equipment.
- Loaded raw ingredients into appropriate kitchen equipment.
- Reduced workplace accidents through comprehensive employee training programs on safety protocols and best practices.
- Loaded and operated defining and skinning machines.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to address operational challenges, fostering a collaborative working environment focused on problem-solving and innovation.
- Kept machines clean, organized, and tidy at all times.
- Assessed handling and slaughter of animals in food processing plants to maintain strict compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Checked products for grade, color, and size.
- Served as an integral member of the team during peak periods, providing support where needed to ensure smooth operations and maintain high levels of productivity.
- Improved production output by optimizing workflows and identifying bottlenecks, leading to faster turnaround times.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues, sharing knowledge and expertise, and collaborating on projects for the betterment of the organization.
- Monitored supplies and maintained optimal levels for production requirements.
- Prepared component materials and placed onto belts or inside containers on manufacturing lines.
- Implemented cost-saving measures that streamlined processes without compromising product quality or safety standards.
- Assisted in employee recruitment efforts, leading to the hiring of skilled workers who contributed positively to overall productivity levels.
- Diluted and mixed chemicals for use in cleaning chickens.
- Demonstrated adaptability in learning new technologies and techniques, applying them to enhance processing capabilities and stay current with industry trends.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely deliveries of ingredients and materials needed for food processing operations.
- Managed inventory effectively, reducing spoilage levels while ensuring adequate supplies were available for production needs.
- Separated dark meat from light meat using [Type] knife.
- Supported new product development efforts, assisting in the creation of unique recipes and formulations that drove sales growth.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resulting in increased customer loyalty and repeat business.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall operational efficiency within the organization.
- Removed products from line that did not meet quality standards.
- Maintained clean work areas for optimal food quality.
- Selected and measured or weighed ingredients using English or metric measures and balance scales.
- Prepared different food products by operating equipment such as kettles, deep fryers and pressure cookers.
- Identified proper cooking times and temperatures for various food products based on written recipes and formulas.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Observed company safety procedures and standards when operating machinery, using sharp tools and handling chemicals.
- Troubleshot malfunctions with machinery and performed routine maintenance to restore functionality and minimize downtime.
- Recorded production and test data for each food product batch such as ingredients used, test results and time cycle.
- Prevented illnesses and protected consumers by sanitized equipment using steam hoses and appropriate cleaning products following each shift.
- Stirred and mixed recipe ingredients by activating blenders and agitators with proper cautions and attention to detail to avoid over mixing.
