Ian Chavoya-Ellis
Central Market HEB
Garland,TX
12
years of professional experience
Experienced Meat Cutter with extensive knowledge of meat types, cuts, and preparation techniques. Expertise in precision cutting and strict adherence to safety protocols. Proven ability to operate various tools and machinery while ensuring high-quality products and sanitary work conditions.
Work History
Meat Cutter
8 Months- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Increased efficiency with expert use of various cutting tools, including knives, saws, and cleavers.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintain equipment.
- Assisted customers with selecting the best cuts of meat for their desired recipes, resulting in satisfied clients.
- Educated customers on different cuts of meat and cooking techniques, enhancing their overall experience.
- Exhibited excellent communication skills when addressing customer inquiries or concerns promptly, resulting in repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service during peak hours in a fast-paced environment.
- Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Demonstrated expertise in deboning various types of meats efficiently while maintaining the highest levels of precision and quality control.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.
- Assisted in developing promotional displays to showcase fresh cuts and attract customers.
Meat Cutter
11 Months- Trained new staff on proper cutting techniques and safety protocols.
- Operated meat cutting tools and machinery to ensure precision and safety in food preparation.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in meat processing areas.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels of various meats.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency within the meat department.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines and maintain quality standards.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and company policies during all operations.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, lamb, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Continuously sharpened knives and maintained equipment for optimal cutting performance.
Meat Cutter
4 Years 11 Months- Restocked butcher paper rolls on spindles throughout work area to ensure efficient access during cutting.
- Operated a variety of meat cutting machines such as saws, slicers, and grinders.
- Verified expiration dates on meat packages before stocking shelves to maintain product quality and safety.
- Assisted customers with selecting cuts of meat based on their individual needs.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments of fresh and frozen meats to ensure product quality.
- Stocked display cases with freshly cut meats according to merchandising standards.
- Rotated stock on shelves so that older items were used first while maintaining freshness of product.
- Sanitized work areas, including counters, floors, walls, and equipment, to uphold health and safety standards.
Kitchen Manager
2 Years 5 Months- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and quality standards to enhance food safety and operational efficiency.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food handling techniques and safety regulations to ensure compliance and maintain high standards.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes, and plate presentation to deliver consistent quality.
Grocery Team Member
2 Years 3 Months- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers, responding to inquiries, and resolving complaints in a professional manner.
- Assisted customers in locating items, answered questions about product features and prices.
- Assisted customers in locating items and answered questions about product features and prices, enhancing their shopping experience.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by greeting customers, addressing inquiries, and professionally resolving complaints to foster a positive store environment.
- Facilitated stock availability by unloading trucks promptly. of incoming merchandise onto sales floor safely and efficiently.
- Verified that all incoming shipments were accurate according to purchase orders.
- Organized backroom stock areas to streamline retrieval of products during order fulfillment, supporting efficient operations.
- Organized backroom stock areas for efficient retrieval of products during order fulfillment process.
- Collaborated with team members to determine appropriate solutions for customer requests or problems.
Manager on Duty
1 Year 1 Month- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback, enhancing quality of customer service.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback to ensure quality customer service.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored progress of projects.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, improving customer satisfaction.
- Conducted regular team meetings to address operational issues and streamline communication.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and procedures.
- Investigated incidents reported by customers or staff members.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Meat Preparation
Boning
Portion Control
Cutting familiarity
Knife sharpening
Band saw
Food Safety
Hygiene standards
Customer Service
Time Management
Adaptability
Work Ethic
Knife sharpening
Recommendations
- Aaliyah Olmedo, Deep Cuts Dallas Supervisor (714) 401-3084
- Dustin Price, Deep Cuts Dallas, Head Meat Cutter (972) 805-6665
Timeline
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