Tyler Hinston
Williamsport,PA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Meat Cutter at Sam's Club, skilled in knife handling and food safety. Enhanced customer satisfaction through expert meat preparation and exceptional service, leading to repeat business. Proven ability to train personnel and maintain high sanitation standards, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Cutter
Sam's Club
10.2016 - Current
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Followed all food safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment for both employees and customers.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for maximum productivity and safety.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Continuously sharpened knives and maintained equipment for optimal cutting performance.
- Assisted customers with selecting the best cuts of meat for their desired recipes, resulting in satisfied clients.
- Enhanced meat product quality by implementing proper cutting techniques and adhering to sanitation standards.
- Exhibited excellent communication skills when addressing customer inquiries or concerns promptly, resulting in repeat business.
- 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.
- Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Verified proper inventory levels, product quality, and freshness to prevent sale of spoiled products.
- Increased efficiency with expert use of various cutting tools, including knives, saws, and cleavers.
- Collaborated with team members to keep the department fully stocked and visually appealing for increased sales.
- Ensured optimal freshness and shelf life of meat products through proper packaging and storage methods.
- Maintained and stocked display cases by transporting wrapped products from work area or cooler to display cases.
- Reduced waste by accurately portioning meat products according to customer specifications.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service during peak hours in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted inventory management tasks such as ordering supplies, rotating stock, reducing spoilage rates, and minimizing overstock issues.
- Used Software to document quantity of meat received and sold to keep proper records of meat sales.
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Trimmed fat and removed bones for high-quality, well-presented cuts of meat.
- Identified cuts of meat, grading and pricing accordingly.
- Stocked, rotated and priced merchandise to meet store standards.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
- Labeled meat items clearly and accurately with allergen information and expiration dates.
- Packaged and labeled meat items in preparation for sale to customers.
- Disassembled and properly cleaned meat-cutting machines, avoiding contamination.
- Managed waste and disposal to comply with environmental regulations and minimize waste.
- Set up displays and stocked shelves with fresh meats, rotating stock for quality.
Rotisserie
Sam's Club
09.2014 - 10.2016
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Overnight Stocker
Weis Markets Inc
07.2008 - 11.2011
- Maintained proper storage of overstock items, keeping backroom areas organized and accessible for future use.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Enhanced store appearance for better customer experience through meticulous shelf stocking and arrangement.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Ensured timely completion of nightly stocking tasks, optimizing store readiness for the following day''s operation.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Maintained neat, organized stockroom free of hazards.
- Provided excellent customer service when encountering early morning shoppers, answering questions, and offering assistance as needed.
- Received, sorted and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare the stock for storage or shipment.
- Swept, dusted and mopped floor to perform regular cleaning and comply with sanitation standards.
- Reduced inventory discrepancies by accurately counting and documenting incoming merchandise shipments.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Transported merchandise pallets to move in warehouse.
Dishwasher/cook
The Villa
07.2007 - 10.2008
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
- Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with kitchen staff members.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
Education
Williamsport Area High School
2990 W 4th St, Williamsport, Pa 17701Skills
- Knife handling
- Food safety
- Sanitation practices
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Quality control
- Meat processing
- Waste reduction
- Meat preparation
- Cutting speed
- Meat inspection
- Workplace safety
- Supplies
- Cutting
- Band saw
- Meat packaging
- Meat wrapping
- Meat presentation
- Salesmanship
- Safety practices
- Hand-eye coordination
- Safe food handling
- Inventory processing
- Training personnel
- Machinery maintenance
- Purchasing stock
- Sales
- Computer applications
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Product pricing
- Basic math
- Inventory management
- Stocking shelves
- Stock rotation
- Pallet jack operation
- Heavy lifting
- Label reading
- Handheld scanner use
- Order picking
- Efficient movement
- Shelf organization
- Safety awareness
- Moving merchandise
- Unloading trucks
- Cleaning
- Loading and unloading
- Inventory counts
- Equipment operation
- Hand truck operation
- Able to lift 100 lbs
- Endcap maintanence
- Cardboard management
- Pallet building
- Unloading merchandise
- Cardboard compacting
- Layout understanding
- Moving boxes
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Pallet arrangement
- Time management
Timeline
Meat Cutter
Sam's Club
10.2016 - Current
Rotisserie
Sam's Club
09.2014 - 10.2016
Overnight Stocker
Weis Markets Inc
07.2008 - 11.2011
Dishwasher/cook
The Villa
07.2007 - 10.2008
Williamsport Area High School