Brian Quent
Kerhonkson,NY
Summary
Dynamic and skilled Meat Cutter with extensive experience at ShopRite Supermarkets and Tops Friendly Markets, proficient in knife handling and food safety. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through expert meat presentation and training new staff. Committed to maintaining high sanitary standards while ensuring optimal inventory management and compliance with safety protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Cutter
Tops Friendly Markets
New Paltz, NY
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated and maintained meat cutting equipment for optimal performance.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards during meat preparation and packaging.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring accurate stock levels of meat products.
- Trained new employees on proper cutting techniques and equipment usage.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
Apprentice Meat Cutter
ShopRite Supermarkets
Montgomery, NY
06.2022 - 06.2025
- Assisted in daily meat preparation and cutting tasks, ensuring quality and freshness.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols for equipment operation and sanitation practices.
- Operated various meat processing tools, including slicers and grinders, with proficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels of meat products, restocking as necessary to meet demand.
- Engaged with customers by providing product information and recommendations on cuts of meat.
- Supported senior meat cutters in specialized tasks, enhancing skills through hands-on experience.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Maintained and stocked display cases by transporting wrapped products from work area or cooler to display cases.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment to ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
Meat Department Clerk
Shoprite
Ellenville, NY
05.2019 - 06.2022
- Assisted customers in selecting quality meat products, ensuring high satisfaction levels.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of meat display cases to promote safety and compliance.
- Operated meat processing equipment, adhering strictly to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking to prevent shortages and maintain product availability.
- Trained new staff on meat department procedures, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
- Wrapped, weighed and filled product with efficiency to manage high volume of customers.
Laborer
Hudson Valley Septic Service
Accord, NY
06.2014 - 05.2019
- Supported the installation of septic systems by following detailed instructions.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Operated heavy machinery and tools for excavation and septic system installation.
Dairy/ Frozen Clerk
Walmart
Napanoch, NY
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Learned proper handling techniques for frozen products and dairy products to ensure quality preservation.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of frozen food and dairy aisles.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rondout Valley High School
Accord, NY06.2014
Skills
- Knife handling
- Food safety
- Sanitation practices
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Deboning techniques
- Meat grading
- Band saw
- Meat identification
Timeline
Meat Cutter
Tops Friendly Markets
06.2025 - 12.2025
Apprentice Meat Cutter
ShopRite Supermarkets
06.2022 - 06.2025
Meat Department Clerk
Shoprite
05.2019 - 06.2022
Dairy/ Frozen Clerk
Walmart
08.2014 - 08.2016
Laborer
Hudson Valley Septic Service
06.2014 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Rondout Valley High School