Florence DeWitt
Port Angeles,WA
Summary
Competent Apprentice Meat Cutter possessing strong knife skills, excellent customer service abilities and 1.5 years of experience in meat cutting and processing. Talented at mixing, tenderizing, preparing and packaging meat products. In-depth knowledge of maintaining appropriate temperatures of meats.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Cutter and Department Lead
Country Aire Natural Foods Market
08.2022 - Current
- Stocked, rotated and priced merchandise to meet store standards.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Reduced waste by accurately portioning meat products according to customer specifications.
- Disassembled and properly cleaned meat-cutting machines, avoiding contamination.
- Placed orders for supplies and raw materials to keep necessary items available.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as grinders and slicers.
- Conducted inventory management tasks such as ordering supplies, rotating stock, reducing spoilage rates, and minimizing overstock issues.
- Labeled meat items clearly and accurately with allergen information and expiration dates.
- Identified cuts of meat, grading and pricing accordingly.
- Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
- Educated customers on different cuts of meat and cooking techniques, enhancing their overall experience.
- Trimmed fat and removed bones for high-quality, well-presented cuts of meat.
- Maintained and stocked display cases by transporting wrapped products from work area or cooler to display cases.
- Calculated weight and quantity of meat to determine appropriate pricing for customers.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.
- Collaborated with team members to keep the department fully stocked and visually appealing for increased sales.
- Used boning knife and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
Social Media Creative Lead
Whitefrog Design
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Creative development of Social Media posts / ads for a variety of clients including skincare, lifestyle, and mortgage firms.
- Working knowledge of Facebook Business Manager, Canva, monday.com, Adobe Creative Suite.
- Led and participated in creative collaborations with team and clients.
- Wrote and edited copy for websites including, skincare, lifestyle, landscaping, pool service, and financial organizations.
- Wrote and edited blog posts for a variety of clients including lifestyle, assisted living, legal firms, and pool service.
- Designed innovative creative strategies to raise brand awareness and engagement for organization.
- Enhanced brand identity by developing innovative and visually compelling design concepts.
Freelance Makeup Artist and Business Owner
Michal-Jeanne Makeup Artistry Llc.
01.2008 - 11.2015
- Created personalized and lasting makeup for weddings and special events.
- Answered phone calls and emails to schedule client appointments.
- Sanitized makeup tools to avoid spread of infection.
- Guided clients through pre-event trials to determine optimal color palettes and styles that complement their individual aesthetic preferences.
- Examined sketches, photographs and other references to get inspiration for desired look.
- Conducted consultations to understand client's desired look.
- Increased customer loyalty through exceptional service and tailored makeup applications.
Pharmacy Technician
Jeff’s Prescription Shoppe
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Streamlined prescription processing with accurate data entry and verification of patient information.
- Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
- Managed opening and closing duties for pharmacy.
- Monitored ordering of pharmacy medication stock to maintain streamlined inventory and low overhead.
- Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
- Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
- Ensured patient safety by strictly following drug storage guidelines, including proper temperature and light exposure control.
- Contributed to the reduction of prescription wait times by promptly addressing refill requests and insurance authorizations.
Certified Senior Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen’s
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Expedited prescription fulfillment through proficient use of pharmacy software systems, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
- Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
- Coordinated with retail staff to facilitate seamless medication pickup processes, further enhancing the overall pharmacy experience for customers.
- Performed various pharmacy operational activities with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
- Precisely measured and combined ingredients to deliver scrupulous formulation on customer compound prescription orders.
- Supervised 10+ pharmacy technicians and coordinated day-to-day assignments.
- Coordinated with physicians and insurance agency representatives for speedy resolution of prescription discrepancies.
- Maintained and updated patient records, prescription information and patient data in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
- Resolved third-party billing, computer system and customer service issues.
Education
Graphic Design courses -
San Bernardino Valley College
01.2018
High School Diploma -
A. B. Miller High School
01.1999
Skills
- Deboning Techniques
- Inventory Processing
- Temperature Control
- Concentration
- Basic Math
- Merchandise Display
- Knife Skills
- Safe Food Handling
- Product Packaging
- Meat Cutting
References
Available upon request.
Community Service
- Social Media Advisor for MBA, GIS Marketing Program / University of Redlands / October 2018
- Youth Director / The Bridge Community Church / 2012 - 2014
Timeline
Meat Cutter and Department Lead
Country Aire Natural Foods Market
08.2022 - Current
Social Media Creative Lead
Whitefrog Design
04.2018 - 03.2020
Pharmacy Technician
Jeff’s Prescription Shoppe
01.2009 - 01.2010
Freelance Makeup Artist and Business Owner
Michal-Jeanne Makeup Artistry Llc.
01.2008 - 11.2015
Certified Senior Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen’s
01.2001 - 01.2004
Graphic Design courses -
San Bernardino Valley College
High School Diploma -
A. B. Miller High School
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