Michael Auala
Stockton,CA
Summary
Professional meat industry worker with knack for precision and commitment to quality. Offers proven expertise in cutting and preparing various meat products, ensuring optimal freshness and presentation. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments, with strong focus on safety and customer satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Meat Cutter
Foodmaxx
12.2022 - 10.2024
- Resolved delivery discrepancies to maintain accurate stock and finances.
- Packaged and labeled meat items in preparation for sale to customers.
- Monitored and controlled inventory to manage stock levels and prevent waste.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Maintained and stocked display cases by transporting wrapped products from work area or cooler to display cases.
- Demonstrated versatility in cutting techniques, adeptly handling a wide range of meat varieties including beef, pork, poultry, and seafood for optimal product offerings.
- Streamlined work processes by maintaining sharp knives and well-maintained equipment for optimal performance.
Journeyman Meat Cutter
Smart And Final
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Verified proper inventory levels, product quality, and freshness to prevent sale of spoiled products.
- Used [Software] to document quantity of meat received and sold to keep proper records of meat sales.
- Achieved excellent audit scores through meticulous record-keeping related to temperature logs, cleaning schedules, and other relevant documentation requirements.
- Maximized sales with attractive meat displays, ensuring freshness and optimal presentation.
- Ensured on-time order fulfillment by prioritizing tasks according to daily production needs while remaining adaptable when unforeseen challenges arose.
Journeyman Meat Cutter
Foodland Farms
03.2009 - 11.2022
- Safeguarded compliance with all federal regulations regarding the handling and sale of meat products by diligently following established guidelines.
- Assisted in training new meat cutters, sharing knowledge and best practices for improved productivity.
- Gained repeat business by consistently delivering high-quality products that met or exceeded customer expectations, leading to increased loyalty and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Exceeded safety standards by following proper handling procedures for raw meats, reducing potential risks associated with foodborne illnesses.
- Supported inventory management through accurate weighing, labeling, and pricing of products.
- Stayed current on industry trends and emerging customer preferences for specialty meats, adjusting offerings as necessary to meet demand.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless operations within the department, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Contributed to increased profitability through careful portion control and minimal waste generation during cutting processes.
- Stocked, rotated and priced merchandise to meet store standards.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
Education
High School Diploma -
Keau'u
Kea‘au, HI01-2011
Skills
- Food safety
- Sanitation practices
- Food safety regulations
- Order fulfillment
- Meat processing
- Portion control
- Sanitary standards
- Meat inspection
- Supplies maintenance
- Knife handling
- Band saw
- Meat storage
- Meat weighing and labeling
Timeline
Journeyman Meat Cutter
Foodmaxx
12.2022 - 10.2024
Journeyman Meat Cutter
Smart And Final
11.2022 - 12.2022
Journeyman Meat Cutter
Foodland Farms
03.2009 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Keau'u