Jacob Huff
Livermore,California
Summary
Experienced with managing meat department operations and ensuring product quality. Utilizes strong organizational skills and leadership to streamline processes and enhance team productivity. Knowledge of inventory management and customer service techniques essential for driving department success.
Professional meat cutting specialist prepared for this role, with experience in precise portioning, trimming, and cutting techniques. Strong focus on maintaining quality standards and safety protocols, ensuring optimal product presentation. Known for team collaboration and adapting to changing needs while achieving consistent results. Reliable and skilled in using various cutting tools and machinery, with keen eye for detail and customer satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Department Manager/ Meat Cutter
Safeway
Dublin, CA
10.2022 - 02.2026
- Led daily operations in meat department, ensuring product quality and compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff on best practices for meat handling and customer service excellence.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving stock turnover rates.
- Implemented promotional strategies to increase sales and enhance customer engagement within the department.
- Operated saws and slicers to cut meat, using safety protocols and procedures to avoid accidents.
- Reduced waste and shrinkage by closely monitoring product expiration dates and rotating stock accordingly.
- Monitored inventory levels, ordered new supplies and oversaw restocking of cases.
- Replenished butcher counter displays to maintain fresh, appealing produce.
- Labeled meat items clearly and accurately with allergen information and expiration dates.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
- Trimmed fat to remove undesirable parts from cuts of meat.
Seafood Manager
Safeway
Dublin, CA
05.2020 - 10.2022
- Informed customers about available seafood choices and convenience items.
- Educated team members on how to safely handle products, use equipment and keep accurate records in accordance with food safety guidelines.
- Delivered superior service to customers during high-volume hours to cultivate great company reputation.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Stocked and rotated seafood merchandise in accordance with company standards on merchandise presentation, safety, sanitation and customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Livermore High School
Livermore, CA06.2016
Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Worksite Safety and Maintenance
- Critical Thinking
- Team Development
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Heavy Lifting
- Decision-Making
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Team Communication
- Load Management
- Weight Balancing
- Warehouse Organization
- Equipment Operation
- Inventory Control
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Willingness to Learn
- Following Instructions
- Task Delegation
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Punctual
- Meat grading
Timeline
Meat Department Manager/ Meat Cutter
Safeway
10.2022 - 02.2026
Seafood Manager
Safeway
05.2020 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Livermore High School