Mike Watkins
2547 Melrose Loop, Eugene,OR
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Trained extensively in Grocery, Center Store and on the Front End as SOA st 3529 as well as being the ICC at 3529 for an extended period prior to joining the Meat Department.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Cutter
Albertsons
Eugene, OR
07.2020 - Current
- Checked expiration dates on packages of meat prior to stocking them on shelves or counters.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments of fresh and frozen meats to ensure product quality.
- Operated wrapping machines to package meats for sale in the store or for customers' orders.
- Stocked display cases with freshly cut meats according to merchandising standards.
- Rotated stock on shelves so that older items were used first while maintaining freshness of product.
- Cleaned work areas including counters, floors, walls and equipment using safe sanitizing solutions.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling sharp knives and other cutting tools.
- Adhered to food safety regulations regarding storage temperatures and sanitation protocols.
- Ordered supplies necessary to maintain inventory levels in accordance with department needs.
- Assisted customers with selecting cuts of meat based on their individual needs.
- Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
- Maintained fully stocked retail shelves while rotating perishable products to prevent expiration and waste.
- Closely monitored display and refrigerator temperatures to ensure safety and quality of products.
- Identified perishable inventory nearing expiration date and marked down prices to minimize waste.
- Educated customers on meat choices and preparation methods to increase sales.
Person in Charge
Albertsons
Springfield, OR
09.2015 - 02.2019
- Advancement through promotion. Supervising staff and all fresh departments. Conflict resolution both for employees and Customers. Ability to multi-task while maintaining a sense of urgency.
- Customer Service, cash handling.
- Facing and rotating product. Throwing product to shelves, ordering and inventory control. Building displays, out of stock scans. Pulling recalled product from shelves and adhering to the disposition of said product.
- Cross trained in Bakery, Butcher Block, Service deli, all aspects.
Co-Owner/Operator
Stratomyst, LLC.
Springfield, OR
07.2010 - 09.2015
- Customer Service. Online and phone ordering of product/supplies. Product manufacturing of eLiquid in a clean and sterile environment. Scientific calculation of chemical ratios. all aspects of production from concept to final distribution to customers.
- Quality control, inventory control to maximize profits while sustaining little shrink.
Education
GED -
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR1986
Skills
- Multi-tasking, self motivation, critical decision making, creativity
- Communication, Leadership, conflict resolution
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, time management and adaptability
- Professional, Courteous, Teamwork
Timeline
Meat Cutter
Albertsons
07.2020 - Current
Person in Charge
Albertsons
09.2015 - 02.2019
Co-Owner/Operator
Stratomyst, LLC.
07.2010 - 09.2015
GED -
Lane Community College