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Benjamin McIntosh

New York,NY

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at Bisra Meats and New York Brat Factory, excelling in customer service and knife handling expertise. Proven ability to enhance customer relations while ensuring safety practices in meat preparation. Recognized for efficiently managing orders and maintaining high standards of kosher supervision.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Butcher

Bisra Meats
Hackensack, NJ
04.2014 - 05.2024

As an employee of Bisra Meats, tasks were as follows:

1. Filling and invoicing orders from various

restaurants, culinary institutions, households and establishments locally and nationwide

2. Kosher supervision

3. Butcher

4. Customer advertisement and relations

  • Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
  • Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
  • Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
  • Labeled meat items clearly and accurately with allergen information and expiration dates.
  • Calculated weight and quantity of meat to determine appropriate pricing for customers.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
  • Tailored meat cuts to customer preferences, ensuring their satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Developed and maintained safe working environment by strictly adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety standards to prevent contamination and comply with regulations.
  • Replenished butcher counter displays to maintain fresh, appealing produce.
  • Packaged and labeled meat items in preparation for sale to customers.
  • Performed regular equipment maintenance checks, keeping machinery functioning efficiently and safely.
  • Identified cuts of meat, grading and pricing accordingly.
  • Showcased exceptional knife skills, consistently producing precise cuts of meat according to customer preferences.
  • Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
  • Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
  • Provided personalized service by remembering regular customers' preferences and making recommendations based on their tastes.
  • Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.
  • Managed inventory control, optimizing stock levels to reduce waste and enhance freshness.
  • De-boned and ground meat to prepare cuts and portions for sale.
  • Trimmed fat and removed bones for high-quality, well-presented cuts of meat.

Assistant Teacher

White Crane Martial Arts
New York, NY
09.2010 - 03.2020
  • Supported classroom management by implementing lesson plans and assisting lead teacher in daily activities.
  • Collaborated with students to enhance learning experiences through individualized instruction and support.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, fostering a supportive educational environment.
  • Assisted in evaluating student progress, providing feedback to improve academic performance and engagement.

Kosher Supervisor

NY Brat Factory
New York, NY
03.2019 - 11.2019
  • Monitored kosher compliance across production processes to ensure adherence to dietary laws.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities and equipment for kosher certification readiness.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Jewish Studies

Yeshiva University
New York, NY
08.2009 - 01.2014

Skills

Customer service

Meat weighing

Meat cutting

Meat preparation

Safe food handling

Maintaining sharp tools

Meat cutting precision

Product presentation

Deboning meat

Grinding and mincing

Sanitation practices

Machinery maintenance

Sausage making

Food safety

Meat packaging

Knife skills

Health code compliance

Accomplishments

Black belt in karate

Taught at Columbia Grammar School (2010-

2020)

Fulfilled over 3500 orders at Bisra Meats

Languages

Hebrew
Limited Working

Timeline

Kosher Supervisor

NY Brat Factory
03.2019 - 11.2019

Butcher

Bisra Meats
04.2014 - 05.2024

Assistant Teacher

White Crane Martial Arts
09.2010 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Jewish Studies

Yeshiva University
08.2009 - 01.2014
Benjamin McIntosh