Anthony Garcia
1226 W Sixth St, Santa Ana,CA
Summary
A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Also, an Efficient Meat Wrapper is known for high productivity and the ability to complete tasks swiftly. Possess specialized skills in precision cutting, packaging standards compliance, and maintaining sanitation protocols. Excel in time management, teamwork, and customer service, ensuring seamless operations in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Meat Wrapper (Pt) But Been Working 40 Hrs
Costco
Irvine, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Wrapped and labeled various types of meat products for sale in the store or for catering orders.
- Cleaned all equipment used during shift including slicers, scales, wrapping machines.
- Stocked shelves with packaged meats, ensuring proper rotation of product based on expiration dates.
- Followed company policies regarding food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area by sweeping and mopping floors, wiping down counters, sanitizing knives and utensils after each use.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to customer inquiries about product selection, pricing and availability.
- Weighed meats to determine price for customers.
- Assisted customers with selecting cuts of meat according to their needs.
- Maintained records of inventory received from suppliers as well as inventory sold in store.
- Trained new employees on how to properly wrap and label different types of meats.
- Resolved any customer complaints regarding quality or freshness of products promptly and courteously.
- Set up cutting equipment and ensured that it is properly functioning before use.
- Organized the display cases with fresh meats in a neat and attractive manner.
- Complied with federal, state and local sanitation regulations and department procedures.
- Used sizing guidelines to cut meat products and arrange pieces in trays.
- Disposed of expired meats in accordance with food safety regulations.
- Managed inventory, ensuring freshness and quality of meat products.
- Expertly deboned and trimmed meats with precision to minimize waste.
- Followed emergency procedures in event of workplace accidents.
- Cut, wrapped, weighed and labeled orders for customers.
- Educated customers on meat choices and preparation methods to increase sales.
Meat Cutter
Costco
Irvine, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Received and inspected incoming shipments of fresh and frozen meats to ensure product quality.
- Checked expiration dates on packages of meat prior to stocking them on shelves or counters.
- Operated wrapping machines to package meats for sale in the store or for customers' orders.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks on meat cutting equipment such as cleaning blades.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling sharp knives and other cutting tools.
Meat Cutter (full Time) Work 40 Hrs a Week
La Carniceria Meat Market
Santa Ana, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Received and inspected incoming shipments of fresh and frozen meats to ensure product quality.
- Checked expiration dates on packages of meat prior to stocking them on shelves or counters.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks on meat cutting equipment such as cleaning blades.
- Operated a variety of meat cutting machines such as saws, slicers, grinders and tenderizers.
- Restocked butcher paper rolls onto spindles located around the work area.
- Cleaned work areas including counters, floors, walls and equipment using safe sanitizing solutions.
- Adhered to food safety regulations regarding storage temperatures and sanitation protocols.
- Assisted customers with selecting cuts of meat based on their individual needs.
- Prepared special orders from customers that required specific cuts or trimming techniques.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling sharp knives and other cutting tools.
- Stocked display cases with freshly cut meats according to merchandising standards.
- Provided assistance in training new employees in proper use of meat cutting tools.
- Sliced cooked hams, corned beef, bacon and sausage products by hand or with electric slicers.
- Closely monitored display and refrigerator temperatures to ensure safety and quality of products.
- Followed emergency procedures in event of workplace accidents.
Courtesy Clerk (Full Time) Worked 40 Hrs a Week
Big Saver Foods
Santa Ana, CA
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Assisted with special projects as assigned by management team.
- Assisted customers with product selection and answered questions about store policies.
- Ensured safety by monitoring the parking lot for any suspicious activity.
- Demonstrated knowledge of store layout to assist customers in finding desired items quickly.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise, rotated products, and removed expired items.
- Provided excellent customer service by being friendly and courteous at all times.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area by sweeping floors and wiping down counters.
- Inspected customer bags to ensure no shoplifting occurred.
- Maintained a neat and orderly work area at all times.
- Worked as part of a team to meet daily goals for stocking shelves, cleaning.
- Verified that prices on shelf tags matched those listed on computer system.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Organized backroom areas for efficient storage of merchandise.
- Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner.
- Restocked shelves after each purchase was completed to keep inventory levels accurate.
- Packaged or bagged purchases and assisted customers with in-vehicle loading.
- Followed best practices for bagging items in reusable, plastic and paper bags.
Sandwich Artist
Subway
Tustin, CA
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Inspected equipment regularly for proper functioning and sanitation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift.
- Assisted team members during peak hours when necessary.
- Verified that prepared food met quality standards prior to serving it to customers.
- Followed established procedures for handling money transactions accurately.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Prepared food items such as sandwiches, salads, soups, and drinks according to customer orders or company recipes.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding customer needs and concerns.
- Cleaned tables, chairs, counters, floors, trays, dishes, silverware after each shift.
- Answered guest questions, delivering most accurate and updated information available.
- Discussed menu options with customers and offered suggestions to meet individual needs and drive sales.
- Trained sandwich artists to apply attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Kept customer and food preparation areas clean and well-organized.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA06-2027
High School Diploma -
Hector G. Godinez
Santa Ana, CA06-2023
Skills
- Verbal Communication
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Effective Communication
- Reliability
- Goal Setting
- Self Motivation
- Time Management
- Task Prioritization
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
- Analytical Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Team building
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Affiliations
- Participating in the community comes along with events such as handing out food to the people in need in the food drives.
- Volunteering in school activities and clubs in high school.
- Played football in high school all 4 years and made it into varsity sophomore year.
- Joined the "Girls Girls Club" which is a club that helps gather and raise for those in need such as single mothers or homeless women I would donate essentials to be gifted out to those in need.
- Love watching football!
- Family oriented love spending time with family & friends.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Awarded freshman year football season "Most Improved Player of the Year".
- Got selected to be captain for one of the varsity football games.
- Lost over 100 pounds in less than six months during quarantine.
- Got my first car out of the dealer with my own money at age 17
- Worked 2 jobs fulltime while still full time in school.
- Got awarded for getting a 6/6 on the english district writing assessment.
Certification
- Finished High School Education Level
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Meat Wrapper (Pt) But Been Working 40 Hrs
Costco
05.2023 - Current
Meat Cutter
Costco
05.2023 - Current
Meat Cutter (full Time) Work 40 Hrs a Week
La Carniceria Meat Market
05.2023 - Current
Courtesy Clerk (Full Time) Worked 40 Hrs a Week
Big Saver Foods
03.2022 - 04.2023
Sandwich Artist
Subway
02.2022 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
California State University - Fullerton
High School Diploma -
Hector G. Godinez
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