John Deegan
Nashua,NH
Summary
Results-driven Meat Cutter with over seventeen years of experience in meat processing and quality control. Expertise in sanitation practices and staff training, contributing to improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Committed to maintaining high industry standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Meat Cutter
Shaws
Concord NH
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Adhered to proper food handling techniques, reducing potential contamination risks during processing.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, lamb and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Safely operated bandsaw, cuber, grinder in accordance with store standards.
- Educated customers and answered questions on different cuts of meat and cooking techniques, enhancing their overall experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in deboning various types of meats efficiently while maintaining highest levels of precision and quality control.
- Conducted inventory management tasks such as ordering supplies, rotating stock, reducing spoilage rates, and minimizing overstock issues.
Drywall Installer /General Laborer
RAC Construction
Concord, NH
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Installed drywall panels efficiently, ensuring seamless finishes and adherence to project specifications.
- Operated hand and power tools to cut and shape drywall materials for precise installations.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow and meet project deadlines consistently.
- Conducted site assessments to determine material requirements and layout plans accurately.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas, promoting safety and efficiency on job sites.
Meat Cutter
Market Basket
Manchester, NH
07.2019 - 05.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to comply with health and safety standards.
- Operated various meat cutting tools to ensure precision and quality and safety in product preparation.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and cubers in accordance with company safety policies.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service
- Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.
Butcher
The Local Butcher
Barnstead, NH
04.2016 - 07.2019
- Worked closely with USDA inspectors to ensure work space was in accordance with USDA safety and sanitation regulations.
- Implemented new butchering techniques that improved yield and optimized workflow efficiency.
- 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 cubers.
Education
Culinary Arts
Jefferson Community College
Watertown, NYGED -
Watertown High School
Watertown, NYSkills
- Knife handling
- Sanitation practices
- Food safety oversight
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Health code compliance
- Meat processing
- Quality control
- Staff supervision
Certification
OSHA 10 certified
Timeline
Meat Cutter
Shaws
01.2025 - 01.2026
Drywall Installer /General Laborer
RAC Construction
05.2024 - 01.2025
Meat Cutter
Market Basket
07.2019 - 05.2024
Butcher
The Local Butcher
04.2016 - 07.2019
Culinary Arts
Jefferson Community College
GED -
Watertown High School