Butcher
ASIAN FRESHFOOD MARKET
ROOTY HILL, New South Wales
06.2014 - 12.2020
- Prepared specialty meat products, such as sausages, ham, and cured meats.
- Implemented suggestive selling techniques for less desirable cuts to maximize profits and clear inventory.
- Answered customer questions about specific products and cut meats to specifications.
- Skillfully operated cutting tools and machinery to trim, slice, and cut meat according to customer specifications.
- Followed emergency procedures in event of workplace accidents.
- Coordinated with suppliers to order stock based on demand and seasonal trends.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks on butcher shop equipment as needed.
- Rotated products to decrease chance of meat spoiling and reduce waste and loss of profits.
- Trained new staff in butchering techniques, safety protocols, and customer service.
- Assisted customers with special orders or requests for certain cuts of meat.
- Maintained records of sales transactions and restocked items as needed.
- Monitored storage conditions, including temperature controls, to prevent spoilage.
- Assisted in the development of promotional displays and marketing materials for meat products.
- Packaged, weighed, and labeled meat products accurately for retail sale.
- Demonstrated knowledge of various meat cuts and recommended cooking techniques to customers.
- Managed inventory, ensuring freshness and quality of meat products.
- Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed at all times while preparing food.
- Educated customers on meat choices and preparation methods to increase sales.
- Implemented cost-control measures to minimize waste and optimize profitability.
- Inspected and stored meat upon delivery by verifying compliance with company quality standards.
- Identified perishable inventory nearing expiration date and marked down prices to minimize waste.
- Filled daily specialized requests and completed wholesale orders.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and hygiene standards in meat preparation and storage.
- Cut, wrapped, weighed and labeled orders for customers.
- Properly stored meat to decrease waste and increase product freshness span.
- Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of butchering equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Monitored employee use of machinery mincers, slicers and sausage fillers.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures for handling meat products.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas to maintain health standards.
- Complied with federal, state and local sanitation regulations and department procedures.
- Utilized knowledge of animal anatomy to efficiently break down carcasses into retail cuts.
- Kept up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry to provide knowledgeable advice to customers.
- Accepted and examined quality and correctness of daily meat deliveries.
- Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
- Operated slicers, grinders and other butcher shop equipment safely.
- Conducted quality inspections of meat deliveries to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Evaluated meat temperatures for safety and quality and kept detailed records of heat statuses.
- Stocked shelves with freshly cut meats for customers to purchase.
- Received and processed customer orders for meat products.
- Engaged with customers to understand their needs, providing recommendations for meat selection and preparation.
- Utilized knives appropriately when cutting raw meats into portions or steaks.
- Processed sides of beef, whole pigs, chickens and other animals to separate into individual cuts.
- Disposed of expired meats in accordance with food safety regulations.
- Expertly deboned and trimmed meats with precision to minimize waste.
- Monitored temperature levels in refrigeration units throughout the day.
- Trained employees on safety and protective clothing guidelines to minimize injuries.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding meat processing and sales.
- Updated inventory records and managed stock rotation to ensure product freshness.
- Cleaned meat preparation counters and butcher knives to avoid cross contamination.
- Arranged cut meat and products in display case for customer viewing and selection.
- Adhered to store policies regarding sanitation protocols during preparation of foods.
- Organized and maintained inventory of fresh, frozen, and cured meats.
- Displayed a professional attitude when interacting with customers or colleagues.
- Maintained a clean working environment by regularly mopping floors and wiping down surfaces.
- Offered meaningful advice to customers regarding meat preservation and cooking methods.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving issues and ensuring satisfaction with meat purchases.
- Inspected meats for quality assurance before selling them to customers.
- Maintained proper food temperatures for various products.
- Ordered supplies from vendors when necessary to meet customer demand.
- Prepared cuts of beef, pork, veal, lamb and poultry to customer specifications.
- Sharpened knives on daily basis for optimal use and longevity.
- Maintained fully stocked retail shelves while rotating perishable products to prevent expiration and waste.