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Edward Carter III

Opelousas,LA

Summary

Skilled meat cutter with significant background in the food industry. Possess comprehensive knowledge of meat types, cuts and preparation techniques. Strengths include precision cutting, adherence to safety protocols and ability to operate various tools and machinery. Past roles have demonstrated consistent delivery of high-quality products, contribution to increased customer satisfaction and commitment to maintaining sanitary work conditions.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Meat Cutter

Super One Foods
Opelousas, LA
10.2022 - Current
  • After falling ill in 2022, and attending doctor and specialist appointments, and getting diagnosed, I took a year of medical leave. Unable to return to work, I officially separated from Brookshire Brothers/Super One. In October 2022, I was able to return to the company, and I have remained there ever since.
  • I prepared special orders from customers requiring specific cutting techniques and ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, demonstrating knowledge of various meat cuts and techniques. Cut, trimmed, and ground meats to prepare for cooking. Skillfully operated, trim, slice, and cut meat according to the customer. Cleaned work areas, floors, walls, and equipment using sanitizer. Packaged products are accurate. Weighed meats for sale, service, or pre-packaged for sale in the retail. Operated a variety of meat cutting machines, such as slicers and tenderizers. Engaged with customers to provide for meat and preparation.

Meat Cutter

Super One Foods
Abbeville , LA
08.2019 - 10.2020

Prepared orders from customers requiring specific techniques, ensuring compliance all local, state, and federal regulations for meat processing.
Possess knowledge of meat cuts and techniques.
trimmed, and ground meats cooking preparation.
Skillfully operated machinery to, slice, and cut meat according to.
Cleaned areas,, and, using solutions. Pack labeled productsighed meats for sale at the service counter or for packaging in retail market. Oper of meat cutting machines such as saws, slicers, grinders, and tenderizers Engaged with customers to understand needs and provide recommendations for and preparation.

In October 2020, after falling ill and attending doctor and specialist appointments, I took a year of medical leave Unable return to work I officially separated Brookshire Super. In October 2022, I was able return to the company and have there ever since.

Meat Department Manager

Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store
Kaplan, LA
08.2010 - 06.2019

Established loyalty, executing flawless customer engagement to drive a family-style market.
Ordered merchandise promptly, and resolved conflicts between staff or customers efficiently and professionally.
Reviewed completed work for consistency, quality, and conformance.
Coordinated with other departments within the store to ensure operation.
Participated in team projects such store-wide or special promotions.
Conducted one-on-one meetings with employees to review performance and provide feedback.
Maintained accurate inventory records and monitored levels.
Interviewing prospective employees provided input to HR on hiring decisions.
Advised customers on alternative cuts, cooking methods, storage requirements, and nutritional aspects of meat.
Evaluated the existing department and implemented changes where necessary.

Meat Cutter

Walmart 540
Morgan City, LA
06.1996 - 08.2002

Prepared special orders from customers that required specific cuts or trimming techniques.
Ensured with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding meat processing and sales.
Demonstrated knowledge of meat cuts and recommended techniques to customers.
Cut trimmed, and ground meats to for cooking.
fully operated cutting tools and machinery trim, slice, and cut meat according to.
Cleaned work areas including counters, floors walls, and equipment safe sanitizing solutions.
Packaged,, and labeled meat products accurately retail.
pected and stored meat upon delivery by verifying compliance company quality.
Operated a variety of cutting machines such as saw, slicers, grinders, and tenderizersTrained employees on safety and protective clothing guidelines to minimize injuries.
Eng with customers to understand their needs, providing recommendations meat preparation.

Electrical Lineman

South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association
Amelia, LA
06.1992 - 06.1996
  • Operated bucket trucks to replace poles, transformers and other equipment.
  • Monitored system performance through visual inspection and preventive maintenance.
  • Inspected and tested power lines and auxiliary equipment to identify and repair faults.
  • Documented work performed, including repairs made and materials used, for record-keeping purposes.
  • Followed strict safety protocols to ensure personal and public safety around electrical lines.
  • Helped out by participating in extra shifts when emergencies or outages required additional assistance in adverse weather conditions.
  • Replaced damaged poles with new ones while adhering to all safety protocols.
  • Organized tools and supplies necessary for each job assignment.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice And History

South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA

Skills

  • Meat weighing and labeling
  • Meat inspection
  • Food safety
  • Meat preparation
  • Knife sharpening
  • Health code compliance
  • Cutting
  • Meat wrapping
  • Meat packaging
  • Band saw
  • USDA classifications
  • Deboning techniques
  • Precision cutting
  • Cutting speed
  • Cross-contamination prevention
  • Boning
  • Knife handling
  • Sanitation practices
  • Sanitary standards
  • Meat presentation

Timeline

Meat Cutter

Super One Foods
10.2022 - Current

Meat Cutter

Super One Foods
08.2019 - 10.2020

Meat Department Manager

Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store
08.2010 - 06.2019

Meat Cutter

Walmart 540
06.1996 - 08.2002

Electrical Lineman

South Louisiana Electric Cooperative Association
06.1992 - 06.1996

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice And History

South Louisiana Community College
Edward Carter III