Tariq Al-Amin
San Jose,CA
Summary
Experienced and dependable worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Apprentice Butcher
Whole Food Market
San Jose, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Prepared and cut various meats according to customer specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the meat preparation area.
- Assisted customers with meat selections and provided cooking recommendations.
- Collaborated with team members to manage inventory levels effectively.
- Followed health regulations to ensure compliance in food handling procedures.
- Educated customers on sustainable sourcing practices for meat products.
- Identified perishable inventory nearing expiration date and marked down prices to minimize waste, disposing of expired meats in accordance with food safety regulations.
- Worked closely with management team to develop strategies for increasing efficiency in the production process.
- Received inventory shipments, unloading and storing incoming product in appropriate freezers or refrigerators and updating records to reflect stock accurately.
Warehouse Receiver
Whole Food Market
San Jose, CA
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory safely.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in the warehouse environment.
- Communicated effectively with other departments regarding product availability status and timely order fulfillment.
- Verified shipment contents by comparing items to bills of lading, manifests, or other records.
- Operated computer systems for data entry purposes related to receiving functions; maintained accurate records of material received into the warehouse system.
Cashier
Whole Food Market
San Jose, California
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved concerns with professionalism.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of checkout area and surrounding space.
- Trained new cashiers on procedures, systems, and customer service expectations.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
Sales Consultant II
Pet Food Express
San Jose, USA
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Engaged customers by providing expert knowledge on pet nutrition and wellness.
- Educated pet owners on proper product selection for their pets' needs.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance customer service and store presentation.
- Conducted inventory management to ensure stock availability and organization.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff on sales techniques and product knowledge.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
Quality control assoc.
Bentek Solar
San Jose, USA
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Coordination with the shipping department
- Conducted tests to verify product performance and reliability in various conditions.
- Evaluated finished products against established specifications before releasing them into inventory.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve product discrepancies.
- Ensured that all necessary records were accurately maintained and updated as needed.
- Inspected solar panels for defects and ensured quality standards were met.
Dish washer/Bakery Worker
Sweet Tomatoes Buffet
San Jose, USA
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Prepared a variety of baked goods in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
- Coordinated nightly clean-up and managed morning prep to maintain efficient kitchen operations.
- Measured, mixed and prepped raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
- Responsible for nightly clean up and opening morning prep
- Sanitized work areas, utensils, and equipment between batches to uphold hygiene standards.
- Operated dishwashing machines to efficiently clean large volumes of dishes.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Ensured that all health regulations were followed at all times while working in the kitchen.
- Tracked production numbers to ensure compliance with company standards.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Santa Teresa High School
San Jose, CA 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Forklift operation
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Meat preparation
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Team collaboration
- Leadership
Timeline
Apprentice Butcher
Whole Food Market
08.2023 - Current
Warehouse Receiver
Whole Food Market
03.2021 - 08.2023
Cashier
Whole Food Market
03.2020 - 03.2021
Sales Consultant II
Pet Food Express
01.2018 - 03.2020
Quality control assoc.
Bentek Solar
05.2017 - 07.2017
Dish washer/Bakery Worker
Sweet Tomatoes Buffet
11.2016 - 05.2017
High School Diploma - General Studies
Santa Teresa High School
08.2013 - 05.2017