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David Garra

SAINT AUGUSTINE

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Butcher and Bean, excelling in knife handling and customer service. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and uphold safety practices. Skilled in training personnel and managing inventory, consistently delivering high-quality results and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Professional with strong background in meat preparation and processing, ensuring top-quality cuts and maintaining high standards of food safety. Skilled in using various butchery tools and techniques to maximize yield and minimize waste. Demonstrates focus on teamwork, reliability, and adaptability to meet evolving demands. Known for precision, efficiency, and results-driven approach in fast-paced environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Butcher

Butcher and Bean
01.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.

Back of House Manager

Mojos Tacos
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Followed operational procedures and enforced product standards, quality and consistency.
  • Organized stockroom for quick and safety-centered workflow and prepared for company inspections.
  • Accepted merchandise and entered appropriate coding into company tracking system.
  • Re-ticketed marked down items, maintained damaged item log and oversaw spot checks for quality consistency.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership qualities by setting clear expectations for staff performance, providing guidance when needed but also allowing for autonomy.

Line Cook

Culinary Outfitters
02.2021 - 10.2021
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.

Cashier

Publix
05.2017 - 02.2021
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Marketing

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
05-2025

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Knife handling expertise
  • Meat cutting
  • Safety practices
  • Management
  • Inventory processing
  • Training personnel
  • Recipe development

Certification

  • ServSafe Food Handler Certification - National Restaurant Association.
  • ServSafe Manager Certification - National Restaurant Association.

Timeline

Butcher

Butcher and Bean
01.2024 - Current

Back of House Manager

Mojos Tacos
10.2021 - 12.2023

Line Cook

Culinary Outfitters
02.2021 - 10.2021

Cashier

Publix
05.2017 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Business Marketing

University of North Florida

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