Sterling Thomas
Clinton,MS
Summary
Dynamic Meat Cutter and Manager with extensive experience at Save-A-Lot, excelling in quality control and sanitation practices. Proven ability to enhance efficiency and reduce waste while training staff on safe handling. Skilled in knife handling and committed to maintaining a safe, customer-focused environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Cutter/Manager
Save-A-Lot
Jackson, MS
06.2024 - Current
- Operated band saws and other cutting tools to process meat products efficiently.
- Ensured quality control by inspecting cuts for freshness and proper presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in meat preparation areas consistently.
- Assisted with inventory management, ensuring stock levels met customer demand.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance processing workflows and improve efficiency.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
Meat Cutter/Manager
The Fresh Market
Ridgeland, MS
02.2011 - 06.2024
- Trained new staff on safe handling practices and equipment operation procedures.
- Prepared product displays to attract customers and promote sales effectively.
- Adhered to safety regulations while performing all tasks to minimize workplace hazards.
- Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Continuously sharpened knives and maintained equipment for optimal cutting performance.
Education
Associate of Science - Food Production And Management
Hinds Community College
Raymond, Mississippi, MS05-2002
Certificate of Technical Studies - Meat Merchandising Technology
Hinds Community College
Raymond, Mississippi, MS12-2000
Skills
- Knife handling
- Food safety
- Sanitation practices
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Quality control
- Meat processing
- Waste reduction
- Cutting speed
- Meat inspection
- Workplace safety
- Temperature monitoring
- Portion control
Timeline
Meat Cutter/Manager
Save-A-Lot
06.2024 - Current
Meat Cutter/Manager
The Fresh Market
02.2011 - 06.2024
Associate of Science - Food Production And Management
Hinds Community College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Meat Merchandising Technology
Hinds Community College