JEREMY GEHRKE
Ocean Park
Summary
Seasoned meat processing professional recognized for exceptional productivity and efficiency in task execution. Expertise in precision meat cutting, safety compliance, and inventory management drives seamless operations. Strong teamwork, problem-solving skills, and effective time management consistently enhance service quality.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Willapa Behavioral Health
Long Beach
02.2024 - Current
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss cases and develop treatment plans.
- Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
- Referred individuals to outside resources and services for additional support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress through use of electronic medical record system.
- Educated clients on available community resources that could enhance their quality of life.
- Transported individuals safely to support meetings and medical appointments.
- Maintained strict data confidentiality and privacy on information related to individuals.
Meat Department Manager
Sids Market
Seaview
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or customers efficiently and professionally.
- Coached employees on proper handling procedures for raw meats.
- Sourced new suppliers as needed to maintain competitive pricing on products offered in the department.
- Assisted customers with selecting cuts of meat based on their individual needs.
- Cleaned work areas including counters, floors, walls and equipment using safe sanitizing solutions.
- Prepared special orders from customers that required specific cuts or trimming techniques.
- Skillfully operated cutting tools and machinery to trim, slice, and cut meat according to customer specifications.
- Stocked display cases with freshly cut meats according to merchandising standards.
- Prepared specialty meat products, such as sausages, ham, and cured meats.
- Provided assistance in training new employees in proper use of meat cutting tools.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to prepare and execute special orders or catering requests.
- Operated a variety of meat cutting machines such as saws, slicers, grinders and tenderizers.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments of fresh and frozen meats to ensure product quality.
- Rotated stock on shelves so that older items were used first while maintaining freshness of product.
- Weighed, labeled and priced variety of cuts of meat for on-demand selections.
- Utilized knowledge of animal anatomy to efficiently break down carcasses into retail cuts.
Head of Maintenance
Inn at the Arch
Long Beach
04.2018 - 11.2020
- Inspected and tested electrical systems, plumbing fixtures, heating and cooling systems and related equipment.
- Followed all safety protocols when operating machinery or using hazardous materials.
- Repaired refrigeration units, air conditioning systems, boilers, pumps and other mechanical components.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner by providing prompt service solutions.
- Responded promptly to emergency requests from guests or staff members.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills or sanders to perform various repairs.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Assisted with the installation of new equipment as needed.
- Performed daily maintenance and repair of all hotel guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house facilities.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
- Documented all work performed in an accurate manner including parts used and labor hours.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while performing maintenance duties.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Maintenance
Chautauqua
Long Beach
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Renovated and remodeled condos and hotel rooms
- Worked with all other departments
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Extensive knowledge with general construction
- Assisted maintenance staff with repairs and preventive maintenance tasks when asked.
- Performed daily maintenance on park equipment.
- Completed daily work and maintenance logs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on existing equipment.
- Followed all safety protocols when operating machinery or using hazardous materials.
- Responded promptly to emergency requests from guests or staff members.
- Adhered to local building codes while performing any renovations or repairs.
Head Maintenance
Mermaid Inn
06.2014 - 06.2016
- Remodeled manufactured homes
- Remodeled motel rooms
- Extensive roof repair
- Plumbing work, etc
Lead Sales Associate
Lancashire Distributing
03.2012 - 05.2014
- Sold and up sold exotic lumber and hardwoods to various clientele throughout Midwest and Canada
- Have an extensive knowledge of products sold
- Maintain strong client base
- Certified forklift operator
- Made deliveries
- Cleaned shop
Concrete Finisher
Knif e River
02.2010 - 02.2012
- Smooth and finish surfaces of poured concrete, such as floors, walks, sidewalks, roads, or curbs using a variety of hand and power tools
- Align forms for sidewalks, curbs, or gutters; patch voids; and use saws to cut expansion joints
Education
High School - General
Two Rivers High School
01.1992
Skills
- Meat cutting
- Employee training
- Customer service
- Food safety
- Conflict resolution
- Sanitation practices
- Meat preparation
- Meat grading
- Knife handling
- Boning
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Concrete finishing
- Flooring installation
- Asphalt paving
- Wall construction
- Carpentry
Certifications Honors
Fork Lift Certification, North Dakota Department Of Transportation, 08/01/13
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Willapa Behavioral Health
02.2024 - Current
Meat Department Manager
Sids Market
01.2021 - 12.2023
Head of Maintenance
Inn at the Arch
04.2018 - 11.2020
Maintenance
Chautauqua
03.2016 - 03.2018
Head Maintenance
Mermaid Inn
06.2014 - 06.2016
Lead Sales Associate
Lancashire Distributing
03.2012 - 05.2014
Concrete Finisher
Knif e River
02.2010 - 02.2012
High School - General
Two Rivers High School
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