Specialty Meat Cutter
STERLING FOODS INC
Phoenix, AZ
09/21/13 - 03.2023
- Received and inspected incoming shipments of fresh and frozen meats to ensure product quality.
- Operated a variety of meat cutting machines such as saws, slicers, grinders and tenderizers.
- Maintained records related to production output such as weights of cuts made per order and day.
- Adhered to food safety regulations regarding storage temperatures and sanitation protocols.
- Ordered supplies necessary to maintain inventory levels in accordance with department needs.
- Assisted customers with selecting cuts of meat based on their individual needs.
- Assisted other departments within the store when needed during peak business times.
- Provided assistance in training new employees in proper use of meat cutting tools.
- Closely monitored display and refrigerator temperatures to ensure safety and quality of products.
- Complied with federal, state and local sanitation regulations and department procedures.
- Accepted and examined quality and correctness of daily meat deliveries.
- Maintained proper food temperatures for over [Number] different products.
- Implemented suggestive selling techniques for less desirable cuts to maximize profits and clear inventory.
- Executed daily production schedule and preparation requirements obtained from chef.
- Cleaned meat preparation counters and butcher knives to avoid cross contamination.
- Cut, trimmed and grinded meats to prepare for cooking form.
- Answered customer questions about specific products and cut meats to specifications.
- Arranged cut meat and products in display case for customer viewing and selection.
- Sharpened knives on daily basis for optimal use and longevity.
- Weighed, labeled and priced variety of cuts of meat for on-demand selections.
- Cut, wrapped, weighed and labeled orders for customers.
- Rotated products to decrease chance of meat spoiling and reduce waste and loss of profits.
- Inspected and stored meat upon delivery by verifying compliance with company quality standards.
- Trained new employees on cleanliness, client engagement strategies and various types of meat cuts.
- Offered meaningful advice to customers regarding meat preservation and cooking methods.
- Kept detailed records of meat cuts for accurate inventories.
- Filled daily specialized requests and completed wholesale orders.
- Evaluated meat temperatures for safety and quality and kept detailed records of heat statuses.
- Educated customers on meat choices and preparation methods to increase sales.
- Used skewers and twine to shape, lace and tie roasts.
- Maintained fully stocked retail shelves while rotating perishable products to prevent expiration and waste.
