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Monte Stevens

Calumet City

Summary

Skilled butcher with hands-on experience in meat cutting, trimming, and packaging. Strong understanding of safety standards, sanitation procedures, and inventory control in the meat industry. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with customers and provide high-quality service. Noteworthy impact on improving operational efficiency in previous roles through keen organization and time management skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Seafood Butcher/Seafood Butcher/Manager of Operations

Alex’s Butcher Shop
Harvey
07.2022 - 09.2024
  • Make sure the displays were cleaned and iced properly and stocked neatly!
  • Maintained proper food temperatures for various products.
  • Implemented cost-control measures to minimize waste and optimize profitability.
  • Supplied and trained personnel on matters of cleanliness, client interactions and various types of meat cuts.
  • Filled daily specialized requests and completed wholesale orders.
  • Evaluated meat temperatures for safety and quality and kept detailed records of heat statuses.
  • Identified perishable inventory nearing expiration date and marked down prices to minimize waste.
  • Ensured that all food safety regulations were followed at all times while preparing food.
  • 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.
  • Sharpened knives on daily basis for optimal use and longevity.
  • Received and processed customer orders for meat products.
  • Trained employees on safety and protective clothing guidelines to minimize injuries.
  • Arranged cut meat and products in display case for customer viewing and selection.
  • Prepared specialty meat products, such as sausages, ham, and cured meats.

I also created specials and unique seafood cuts and patties with my own seasoning.

I also cut lunch meat and variety of different cuts of bacon smoked or raw.

Also cleaned and worked on a bandsaw cutting all meats for customers as they requested from oxtails chicken turkey beef and pork parts on demand for them.

Made sure customers always got what they wanted and need making sure it was fast and pleasant since it was 30 degrees in there.

I also made orders with the managers on the fish lunch meat and bacon and cheese we needed.

Also was able to create prices on the spot for variations of meats and cuts with no price or specialty cuts as well.

Butcher

Fairplay Finer Foods
Markham
08.2020 - 03.2021
  • Arranged cut meat mainly seafood products in display case for customer viewing and selection.
  • Utilized knives appropriately when cutting raw meats into portions or steaks.
  • Cut meat efficiently by breaking product down into sub-primal and retail cuts.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of various meat cuts and recommended cooking techniques to customers.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving issues and ensuring satisfaction with meat purchases.
  • Kept up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry to provide knowledgeable advice to customers.
  • Followed emergency procedures in event of workplace accidents.
  • Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding meat processing and sales.
  • Answered customer questions about specific products and cut meats to specifications.
  • Utilized knowledge of animal anatomy to efficiently break down carcasses into retail cuts.
  • Displayed a professional attitude when interacting with customers or colleagues.
  • Cleaned meat preparation counters and butcher knives to avoid cross contamination.
  • Cut, wrapped, weighed and labeled orders for customers.
  • Coordinated with suppliers to order stock based on demand and seasonal trends.
  • Assisted customers with special orders or requests for certain cuts of meat.
  • Properly stored meat to decrease waste and increase product freshness span.
  • Disposed of expired meats in accordance with food safety regulations.
  • Monitored temperature levels in refrigeration units throughout the day.
  • Rotated products to decrease chance of meat spoiling and reduce waste and loss of profits.
  • Ordered supplies from vendors when necessary to meet customer demand.
  • Accepted and examined quality and correctness of daily meat deliveries.
  • Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of butchering equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Performed minor maintenance tasks on butcher shop equipment as needed.
  • Supplied and trained personnel on matters of cleanliness, client interactions and various types of meat cuts.
  • Managed inventory, ensuring freshness and quality of meat products.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas to maintain health standards.

Meter Technician

Grid One Solutions
Lombard
02.2019 - 06.2019
  • Provided accurate gas meter readings
  • Replaced old gas meters with smart meters
  • Checked and secured meters for leaks

Assistant Manager

Family Dollar
Hammond
09.2015 - 08.2018
  • Promoted from cashier after 6 months of hire
  • Maintained schedules of employees
  • Monitored deliveries and inventory of products
  • Responsible for all cash in the store and deposits

Nursing Assistant

Waterford Estates
Hazel Crest
02.2013 - 11.2013
  • Assisted seniors with everyday tasks (i.e
  • Showers, feeding, etc.)
  • Lifted and transported patients into motorized wheel chairs
  • Took and monitored vitals (i.e
  • Blood pressure)
  • Dispensed medication as appropriate

Labor Worker

Best American Contractors
Olympia Fields
05.2009 - 11.2009
  • Loaded and unloaded boxes (i.e
  • Deliveries and drop offs)
  • Managed delivery paperwork
  • Lifted boxes weighting between 30 and 80 pounds daily

Education

High School Diploma -

Thornton Township High School
Harvey, IL
01.2000

Skills

  • I’m a quick learner
  • I work well with others
  • I’m always for the team
  • I always try to please the customer to the best of my ability
  • I don’t mind working with the customers
  • I’m very efficient with my time and cuts
  • I take pride in my work and making sure the team is doing its best
  • I also can work most computer software as well make schedules and help with time changes
  • I don’t mind learning something new and being told something especially if I’m wrong and don’t mine being told what to do for the better of the store and team
  • Customer service
  • Butchering techniques
  • Cost control
  • Product rotation
  • Staff training
  • Visual merchandising
  • Temperature monitoring
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Meat packaging
  • Deboning meat
  • Efficient precision
  • Purchasing stock
  • Sales
  • Waste reduction
  • Meat aging techniques
  • Supplies maintenance
  • Weighing, measuring & estimating
  • Temperature control
  • Sausage making
  • Portion sizing
  • Management
  • Multitasking and prioritization

Timeline

Seafood Butcher/Seafood Butcher/Manager of Operations

Alex’s Butcher Shop
07.2022 - 09.2024

Butcher

Fairplay Finer Foods
08.2020 - 03.2021

Meter Technician

Grid One Solutions
02.2019 - 06.2019

Assistant Manager

Family Dollar
09.2015 - 08.2018

Nursing Assistant

Waterford Estates
02.2013 - 11.2013

Labor Worker

Best American Contractors
05.2009 - 11.2009

High School Diploma -

Thornton Township High School
Monte Stevens