Iesha Pasatiempo
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Quick learner in fast-paced environments with strong cutting skills and high production output. Proficient in problem-solving and effective communication with team members. Expertise in managing perishable inventory to minimize waste through careful cutting, ordering, and FIFO rotation practices.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Meat Cutter
AJ's Fine Foods
08.2020 - Current
- Recieved and brake down loads
- Cut primal meats for display case
- Specialty orders for customers
- Order meats and supplies
- Regular inventory count
- Keep dept and machinery clean and sanitized for health and safety.
- Customer service
- Package and price meats for sale
Lead Meat Cutter
Mid Western Meats
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Trained new team members in proper meat cutting techniques, resulting in improved efficiency and consistency among staff.
- Streamlined production processes through effective communication with management and coworkers, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service, addressing concerns, and fulfilling special requests when possible.
- Facilitated smooth operations during busy periods by delegating tasks effectively among team members according to individual skill sets.
- Collaborated with store management to develop strategies for reducing shrinkage and maximizing profits in the meat department.
- Continually updated knowledge of industry trends and best practices through professional development opportunities and training sessions.
- Optimized display cases for visual appeal, consistently rotating products to maintain freshness and attract customer attention.
- Assisted with setting pricing strategies based on market trends, contributing to increased profitability for the store''s meat section.
- Reduced waste by accurately measuring and trimming meat products to meet customer specifications.
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Replenished butcher counter displays to maintain fresh, appealing produce.
- Disassembled and properly cleaned meat-cutting machines, avoiding contamination.
- Trained new employees on proper meat-cutting techniques and safety measures.
- Set up displays and stocked shelves with fresh meats, rotating stock for quality.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Adjusted machine settings to accommodate different cuts of meat.
- Handled customer complaints quickly and professionally to restore customer confidence and prevent loss of business.
- Received and inspected meat deliveries to verify quality and safety of products.
Assistant Meat Manager
Fry's
09.2017 - 07.2020
- Manage a crew of 6 to 10 team members
- Write work schedules
- Take inventory and order product and supply's for dept
- Cut, wrap and price meats for public sales
- Received loads, break down and store while maintaining first in first out practices
- Make sure dept and machinery was kept clean and sanitized for health and safety.
- Delt with vendors and health dept.
- Handle customer complaints as well as employees
Meat Cutter / Meat Manager
Safeway
06.2006 - 04.2016
- Cut and wrap meat for public sales
- Order
- Inventory
Education
Ged - undefined
Mesa high
Mesa, ArizonaSkills
- Adaptability and quick learning
- Effective problem solving
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced settings
- Precision cutting skills
- Hospitality and accommodation expertise
Additional Information
Marcos Perez # 480 246-4617
Owner of Mid Western Meats
Feel free to call, or i can send letter of recommendation. Thank you
Timeline
Lead Meat Cutter
Mid Western Meats
03.2024 - 08.2025
Journeyman Meat Cutter
AJ's Fine Foods
08.2020 - Current
Assistant Meat Manager
Fry's
09.2017 - 07.2020
Meat Cutter / Meat Manager
Safeway
06.2006 - 04.2016
Ged - undefined
Mesa high
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