Andres Torres Rodriguez
Summary
Proven expert in food safety and customer service, honed across roles at Safeway. Enhanced packing efficiency and reduced waste by implementing innovative techniques. Skilled in knife handling and team management, ensuring high-quality standards and operational excellence in fast-paced environments. Achieved significant improvements in workflow and customer satisfaction. Reliable Butcher willing to work long hours and all shifts. Responsible and knowledgeable individual with knack for cutting and wrapping fresh meat of multiple varieties. In-depth knowledge of butcher's cutlery and powered equipment, including electric grinders and band saws. As well to seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Butcher
Safeway
08.2021 - Current
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
- Placed orders for supplies and raw materials to keep necessary items available.
- Handled customer complaints quickly and professionally to restore customer confidence and prevent loss of business.
- Trained new employees on proper meat-cutting techniques and safety measures.
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
Fruit Packer
Underwood Fruit & Warehouse
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Enhanced packing efficiency by streamlining fruit selection and sorting processes.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new packing techniques as required per seasonal changes or market demands.
- Improved teamwork and collaboration among packers through clear communication and coordination of tasks.
- Checked food goods for quality to remove unwanted items and pack fresh goods.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Fruit Checker
Dahle Orchards
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Displayed a strong work ethic, consistently arriving on time and prepared for each shift while maintaining a high energy level throughout the day.
- Reduced errors in fruit categorization by regularly updating and labeling information as needed.
- My job was to keep watch on all the workers in my group and make sure the quality control was always on point.
- Worked with more than 30+ people a day
- Ensured freshness of produce by regularly inspecting, resulting in reduced waste.
Education
High School Diploma -
The Dalles High School
The Dalles, OR06.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Computer Skills
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Flexibility
- Mental Strength
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Butcher
Safeway
08.2021 - Current
Fruit Packer
Underwood Fruit & Warehouse
06.2021 - 07.2021
Fruit Checker
Dahle Orchards
06.2020 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
The Dalles High School