Butcher & Meat Wrapper

Liam Patel

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented meat wrapper with over 2 years of experience in fast-paced butchery and food handling environments. Skilled in meat trimming, precise product labeling, sanitation, and inventory rotation. Committed to safety and quality control to support efficient retail operations.

Work Experience

Meat Prep Assistant at FreshCuts Deli

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Cut and wrapped up to 200 kg of various meats weekly, utilizing commercial saws and knives with precision. Maintained strict sanitation of cutting areas, equipment, and storage units following California food safety standards. Accurately printed and applied product labels including cut type, weight, and expiration dates. Rotated inventory and flagged aging stock, reducing waste and improving product freshness.

Deli Worker at IGA Supermarket, Meat Department

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Packaged deli meats, cheeses, and prepared items efficiently during peak hours to maintain customer satisfaction. Maintained chilled displays and ensured consistent product availability. Supported butchers with cleaning, preparation, and handling customer orders, contributing to smooth daily operations.

Education

Certificate in Meat Processing

San Diego City College

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Skills

Technical Skills

  • Meat Trimming & Portioning
  • Knife & Grinder Operation
  • California Food Safety & Cross-Contamination Protocols
  • Cold Storage Rotation & Labeling
  • Cleaning & Sanitation (CalCode HACCP)

Soft Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Time Management

Certifications

Food Handler Card

San Diego County Department of Environmental Health

CalCode HACCP Certification

California Department of Public Health

COVID-19 Hygiene Marshall Certificate

OSHA

ATS Score
85/100
Certifications
90/100
Education
75/100
Work Experience
80/100
Projects
0/100
Header
90/100
Profile
85/100
Skills
85/100
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Clear demonstration of expertise in meat trimming and food safety protocols.
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Relevant and recognized certifications that support compliance and safety.
Strong soft skills supporting teamwork and attention to detail in fast-paced environments.

Certifications

90%
Certifications are highly relevant and current, including food safety and hygiene credentials.
Clear listing of issuing authorities and award dates enhances credibility.

Education

75%
Education section includes relevant certificate with institution and dates.
Could be strengthened by adding any coursework highlights or relevant projects completed during the certificate program.
Including GPA or honors if applicable would improve completeness.

Work Experience

80%
Work experience is detailed with relevant responsibilities and some quantifiable metrics (e.g., 'up to 200 kg weekly').
Descriptions effectively mention compliance with food safety standards, which is critical for ATS and recruiters.
Could improve by adding more results-oriented accomplishments, such as waste reduction percentages or customer satisfaction improvements.
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Projects

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Header

90%
Header includes essential contact information and a clear professional headline.
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Profile

85%
Strong summary emphasizing experience, skills, and commitment to safety and quality.
Profile highlights clearly list key competencies relevant to meat processing roles.
Consider incorporating more quantifiable achievements or impact statements to increase recruiter appeal.

Skills

85%
Skills section includes both hard and soft skills relevant to the butcher/meat wrapper role.
Hard skills are specific and include industry-standard terminology (e.g., 'CalCode HACCP').
Consider adding additional relevant tools or software if applicable to broaden ATS keyword coverage.