Michael Khouri
Strongsville,OH
Summary
As an Orthodox Christian I greatly value life and believe all people deserve respect and encouragement no matter what their circumstances. Working with the church and helping people in need are of great importance to me. Growing up in the Orthodox Church, compassion and dedication to people have been values instilled in me from my youth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner, Butcher, Book Keeper, Order Writer
The Cut Room Butcher Shop
2023.04 - 2024.08
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
Butcher, Order Writer
The Farmers Rail
2022.10 - 2023.05
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
- Stocked, rotated and priced merchandise to meet store standards.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Managed inventory effectively, minimizing waste through proper rotation and storage practices.
- Developed a loyal client base by fostering strong relationships with customers through attentive service and informative interactions.
Increased sales by offering personalized customer service, recommending suitable cuts of meat and sharing recipe ideas. - Resolved delivery discrepancies to maintain accurate stock and finances.
Assisted in training new staff members on cutting techniques, safety protocols, and product knowledge.
Wholesale Sausage and Hamburger Production, Retail Butcher
Forza Meats
2022.02 - 2022.07
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Stocked, rotated and priced merchandise to meet store standards.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
- Managed inventory effectively, minimizing waste through proper rotation and storage practices.
- Developed a loyal client base by fostering strong relationships with customers through attentive service and informative interactions.
- Increased sales by offering personalized customer service, recommending suitable cuts of meat and sharing recipe ideas.
- Resolved delivery discrepancies to maintain accurate stock and finances.
- Assisted in training new staff members on cutting techniques, safety protocols, and product knowledge.
Assistant Team Leader, Experienced Meat Cutter
Whole Foods Market Inc
2020.08 - 2021.11
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers. - Stocked, rotated and priced merchandise to meet store standards.
Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor at all times. - Managed inventory effectively, minimizing waste through proper rotation and storage practices.
- Developed a loyal client base by fostering strong relationships with customers through attentive service and informative interactions.
Increased sales by offering personalized customer service, recommending suitable cuts of meat and sharing recipe ideas. - Resolved delivery discrepancies to maintain accurate stock and finances.
Assisted in training new staff members on cutting techniques, safety protocols, and product knowledge. - Trained new employees on proper techniques, company policies, equipment usage, ensuring consistent product quality across the team.
- Educated customers on different cuts of meat and cooking techniques, enhancing their overall experience.
- Monitored team productivity and provided regular progress reports to senior management, highlighting areas for improvement.
- Managed team workload to reach targets for specific tasks.
- Acted as a liaison between team members and upper management to facilitate communication and ensure alignment with company objectives.
Meat Specialist/Meat Cutter, Journeyman
Jerry's Quality Meats
2017.11 - 2020.08
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers. - Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
Stocked, rotated and priced merchandise to meet store standards.
Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor at all times. - Managed inventory effectively, minimizing waste through proper rotation and storage practices.
- Developed a loyal client base by fostering strong relationships with customers through attentive service and informative interactions.
- Increased sales by offering personalized customer service, recommending suitable cuts of meat and sharing recipe ideas.
- Resolved delivery discrepancies to maintain accurate stock and finances.
Assisted in training new staff members on cutting techniques, safety protocols, and product knowledge.
Education
St. Macrina Deaconal Program
09.2024
Business- Marketing and Sales -
University of Northern Iowa
05.2016
Business- Marketing and Sales -
Butler Community College
05.2014
Business- Marketing and Sales -
Wichita State University
05.2013
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
05.2011
Skills
- Quickbooks
- Customer Service
- Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Merchandising
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Scheduling
Certification
- Illinois HACCP certified
- Managers food service card (Jerry's Quality Meats)
- Certified Meat Cutter (The Fresh Market, Whole Foods)
Volunteer Experience
- Leader of Youth Group, St. Innocent Orthodox Church, Olmsted Township, OH
- Camp Counselor, Camp St. George, IA
References
- Bishop Basil Esse, Bishop in the Antiochian Archdiocese, (316) 210-6783
- Father Peter Simko, Priest at St. Innocent Orthodox Church, Olmsted Township, OH, (330) 519-8970
- Protodeacon Michael Timko, Protodeacon at St. Innocent Orthodox Church, Olmsted Township, OH, (216) 408-1110
- Kirk Ries, Director of St. Herman House Focus Cleveland, (216) 973-9391
- Mario Minelli, Owner/Partner of Forza Meats, (224) 432-6328
Timeline
Owner, Butcher, Book Keeper, Order Writer
The Cut Room Butcher Shop
2023.04 - 2024.08
Butcher, Order Writer
The Farmers Rail
2022.10 - 2023.05
Wholesale Sausage and Hamburger Production, Retail Butcher
Forza Meats
2022.02 - 2022.07
Assistant Team Leader, Experienced Meat Cutter
Whole Foods Market Inc
2020.08 - 2021.11
Meat Specialist/Meat Cutter, Journeyman
Jerry's Quality Meats
2017.11 - 2020.08
St. Macrina Deaconal Program
Business- Marketing and Sales -
University of Northern Iowa
Business- Marketing and Sales -
Butler Community College
Business- Marketing and Sales -
Wichita State University
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
- Illinois HACCP certified
- Managers food service card (Jerry's Quality Meats)
- Certified Meat Cutter (The Fresh Market, Whole Foods)
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