Derek Medellin
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Skilled Meat Cutter and culinary professional with a proven track record at Hays County Bbq, enhancing meat quality and customer satisfaction through expert cutting techniques and exceptional service. Developed impactful training programs at Twin Peaks, boosting team efficiency and corporate culture. Excels in knife handling and fostering team collaboration, with a keen focus on food safety and sanitation practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Cutter
Hays County Bbq
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Continuously sharpened knives and maintained equipment for optimal cutting performance.
- Assisted customers with selecting the best cuts of meat for their desired recipes, resulting in satisfied clients.
- Enhanced meat product quality by implementing proper cutting techniques and adhering to sanitation standards.
Line Cook
Cafe On The Square
08.2017 - 11.2019
- 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.
Lead Line Cook
Industry
11.2022 - 11.2023
Lead Cook
Zelicks
02.2021 - 11.2022
Corporate Trainer
Twin Peaks
12.2019 - 11.2021
- Conducted evaluations and observed employee performance to identify areas of needed improvement.
- Developed engaging and entertaining presentations to maintain employee attention and improve impact of training.
- Enhanced corporate culture by conducting team-building activities and workshops.
- Developed training programs to meet company objectives.
Education
Associate Of Science - Chemistry
Texas State University
San Marcos, TXSkills
- Knife handling
- Food safety
- Sanitation practices
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Cutting speed
- Meat preparation
- Cutting
- Meat presentation
- Knife sharpening
- Precision cutting
- Meat cutting
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Acknowledged for extraordinary service by supervisors and clients.
- Hosted a food truck steak night once a week, eventually growing it to a successful endeavor which managed to sell out every week
- Have been integral in menu and food development for both budding and established restaurants alike
- Have been responsible for policy overview adjustment's and implementation of new standard operating procedures based off of the ever developing and evolving needs of both the staff and customers alike
Timeline
Meat Cutter
Hays County Bbq
11.2023 - 07.2024
Lead Line Cook
Industry
11.2022 - 11.2023
Lead Cook
Zelicks
02.2021 - 11.2022
Corporate Trainer
Twin Peaks
12.2019 - 11.2021
Line Cook
Cafe On The Square
08.2017 - 11.2019
Associate Of Science - Chemistry
Texas State University
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