Paul Cruz
Newark,NJ
Summary
Experienced Butcher with 25+ years of experience applying culinary expertise to deliver quality products. Knowledgeable about and skilled at adhering to regulations while cultivating safe conditions. Dedicated to top-of-the-line customer service and products. Meat Processor with background providing outstanding customer satisfaction for meat selections. Works within commercial restaurant community to provide special cuts and selections. Excels in effective communication with others.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Butcher
DeBragga
09.2012 - Current
- 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.
- Identified cuts of meat, grading and pricing accordingly.
- Trimmed fat and removed bones for high-quality, well-presented cuts of meat.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards to prevent contamination and comply with regulations.
Butcher / Deli Manager
Shop Rite Food Market
02.2004 - 08.2012
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Verified proper inventory levels, product quality, and freshness to prevent sale of spoiled products.
- Trimmed fat and removed bones for high-quality, well-presented cuts of meat.
- Set up displays and stocked shelves with fresh meats, rotating stock for quality.
Meat Wrapper / Butcher
Seabras Supermarket
07.1999 - 01.2004
Education
High School Diploma -
East Side High School
Newark, NJSkills
- Meat Cutting
- Meat Preparation
- Deboning meat
- Food safety knowledge
- Product presentation
- Safety practices
- Food presentation
- Customer service abilities
- Temperature Control
Languages
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Professional Butcher
DeBragga
09.2012 - Current
Butcher / Deli Manager
Shop Rite Food Market
02.2004 - 08.2012
Meat Wrapper / Butcher
Seabras Supermarket
07.1999 - 01.2004
High School Diploma -
East Side High School