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Kennedy Sarmiento

Sunnyside,WA

Summary

Skilled Journeyman Meat Cutter with experience in all aspects of meat processing. Possess keen knowledge in various cutting techniques and expertise in maintaining standards for meat quality and hygiene. Strengths include precision cutting, efficient workflow management, and adeptness at communicating with team members. Contributed substantially to previous work settings by ensuring high-quality product output and adhering to safety protocols.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Meat Cutter

Safeway
Sunnyside, WA
04.2020 - 09.2024
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area according to health department regulations.
  • Cut, trimmed, and ground beef, pork, veal, and lamb into specified cuts for sale in retail stores.
  • Stored meats properly in refrigerated areas to ensure safety standards were met.
  • Weighed out portions of meat using scales for customers' orders.
  • Operated a variety of cutting tools such as saws, knives, grinders, slicers.
  • Ordered supplies necessary to complete daily tasks.
  • Ensured all equipment was operating safely and efficiently.
  • Followed company policies regarding food handling procedures and safety protocols.
  • Provided customer service by answering questions about different cuts of meat available for purchase.

Meat Cutter

Jerry's Valley Meats
Sunnyside, WA
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Operated a variety of meat cutting machines such as saws, slicers, grinders and tenderizers.
  • Processed beef, pork and bison for freezer storage.
  • Prepared special orders from customers that required specific cuts or trimming techniques.

Bartender

El Valle Family Mexican Restarant
Sunnyside, WA
03.2021 - 09.2022
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
  • Kept track of all orders made by customers and communicated them promptly to kitchen staff.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.

Bartender

BarTab LLC
Yakima, WA
06.2018 - 09.2022
  • Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
  • Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
  • Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
  • Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
  • Stocked ice bins and coolers as needed throughout shift.
  • Monitored guests' alcohol consumption levels to prevent over-intoxication or underage drinking.
  • Organized storeroom inventory of supplies such as cups, napkins, straws.
  • Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
  • Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.

Assistant Manager

Anytime Fitness
Sunnyside, WA
04.2018 - 12.2019
  • Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
  • Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
  • Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
  • Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.

Part Time Detailer

Frito Lay
Kennewick, WA
03.2017 - 11.2017

6th Grade Math Teacher

Sierra Vista Middle School
Sunnyside, WA
10.2015 - 08.2016

Line Cook

Wings Central Roadhouse Grill
Ellensburg, WA
06.2014 - 11.2015

Education

Bachelor’s Degree -

Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA
08.2015

Associate's Degree -

Spokane Falls Community College
Spokane, WA
06.2012

High School Diploma -

Sunnyside High School
Sunnyside, WA
06.2010

Skills

  • Food Safety
  • Supplies maintenance
  • Meat processing
  • Meat Preparation
  • Food Safety Regulations
  • Band saw
  • Knife sharpening
  • Meat identification
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Retail cuts
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Customer Service
  • Customer service abilities
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Strong team member
  • Food Service
  • Payment Processing
  • Menu Memorization
  • Food Running
  • Suggestive Selling
  • Beverage Preparation
  • Handling Difficult Customers
  • Time Management
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

References

  • Sandra Benitez, Former Co Worker (509)-840-1533
  • Juan Torres, Bar Manager (503)-602-7321
  • Bruce Burton, Meat Manager (509)-781-1841
  • Cat Duran, Bar Manager (509)-305-1077

Timeline

Meat Cutter

Jerry's Valley Meats
05.2023 - 08.2024

Bartender

El Valle Family Mexican Restarant
03.2021 - 09.2022

Journeyman Meat Cutter

Safeway
04.2020 - 09.2024

Bartender

BarTab LLC
06.2018 - 09.2022

Assistant Manager

Anytime Fitness
04.2018 - 12.2019

Part Time Detailer

Frito Lay
03.2017 - 11.2017

6th Grade Math Teacher

Sierra Vista Middle School
10.2015 - 08.2016

Line Cook

Wings Central Roadhouse Grill
06.2014 - 11.2015

Bachelor’s Degree -

Central Washington University

Associate's Degree -

Spokane Falls Community College

High School Diploma -

Sunnyside High School

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