Blayk Reed
Bath,Illinois
Summary
Dynamic butcher with extensive experience at Barner's Butcher-Home and Business, excelling in meat processing and quality control. Proven ability to optimize workflows and train staff, fostering a collaborative environment. Exceptional knife skills and a commitment to food safety ensure high-quality cuts and satisfied customers. Strong relationship-building skills enhance client loyalty.
Knowledgeable Butcher with hands-on experience in meat preparation, cutting, and packaging. Adept at maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety, ensuring quality and freshness of products. Demonstrated expertise in using butchery tools and equipment efficiently and collaborating effectively with team members.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Butcher
Barner's Butcher-Home and Business
05.2019 - 11.2025
- Operated meat processing equipment to prepare high-quality cuts of meat.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards and sanitation procedures.
- Trained new staff on proper butchering techniques and safe handling practices.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize waste and optimize product availability.
- Developed efficient workflow processes for meat preparation and packaging tasks.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- 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.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
- Trimmed fat and removed bones for high-quality, well-presented cuts of meat.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Showcased exceptional knife skills, consistently producing precise cuts of meat according to customer preferences.
- Labeled meat items clearly and accurately with allergen information and expiration dates.
- Managed inventory effectively, minimizing waste through proper rotation and storage practices.
- Ensured quality control measures were consistently met throughout the butchering process.
- Demonstrated versatility by proficiently handling various types of meat including beef, poultry, pork, lamb, and fish.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Performed regular equipment maintenance checks, keeping machinery functioning efficiently and safely.
- Developed a loyal client base by fostering strong relationships with customers through attentive service and informative interactions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Havana High
Havana, ILSkills
- Meat processing
- Food safety compliance
- Butchering techniques
- Inventory management
- Workflow optimization
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control measures
- Knife skills
- Customer service
- Sanitation procedures
- Meat packaging
- Team collaboration
- Product labeling
- Fat trimming and boning
- Commercial-grade equipment operation
- Staff training and development
- Relationship building with clients
- Allergen awareness
- Safety regulations adherence
- Knife handling expertise
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Meat cutting
- Safety practices
- Hand-eye coordination
- Meat preparation
Timeline
Butcher
Barner's Butcher-Home and Business
05.2019 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
Havana High