Tiaan Smuts
Steynsburg
Summary
Seasoned professional in the meat processing industry, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills include precision meat cutting, safety compliance, and inventory management. Excel in teamwork, problem-solving, and time management, ensuring seamless operations and quality service.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Butcher Assistant
Skoonfontein Abbatoir
Steynsburg
01.2014 - 12.2020
- Cut, wrapped, weighed and labeled orders for customers.
- Implemented cost-control measures to minimize waste and optimize profitability.
- Reviewed invoices from vendors prior to payment processing.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate cuts of meat based on their needs.
- Performed maintenance on butchering equipment to keep it in safe working condition.
- Established relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing on raw materials.
- Provided customer guidance regarding different cuts of meat, cooking methods, and storage advice.
- Kept detailed records of meat cuts for accurate inventories.
- Prepared specialty meat products, such as sausages, ham, and cured meats.
- Prepared custom orders according to customer specifications.
- Trained new butchers in proper cutting techniques and safety protocols.
- Supplied and trained personnel on matters of cleanliness, client interactions and various types of meat cuts.
- Trained new employees on cleanliness, client engagement strategies and various types of meat cuts.
- Properly stored meat to decrease waste and increase product freshness span.
- Managed a team of butchers to ensure efficient and timely customer service.
Head Butcher
Steynsburg Butchery
Steynsburg
01.2021 - Current
Education
High School Diploma -
Burgersdorp High School
Burgersdorp11-2011
Skills
- Streamlined workflow efficiency by implementing proper inventory management and storage practices
- Deboning meat
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Meat packaging
- Meat inspection
- Wood-fire smoking
- Sanitation procedures
- Meat aging techniques
- Safety practices
- Customer service abilities
- Supplies maintenance
- Temperature control
- Training personnel
- Deboning techniques
- Computer applications
- Purchasing stock
- Concentration
- Salesmanship
- Food presentation
- Food safety
- Machinery maintenance
- Meat cutting
- Maintaining sharp tools
- Processing equipment proficiency
- Recipe development
- Following regulations
- Recordkeeping and bookkeeping
- Management
- Sales
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Hand-eye coordination
- Meat preparation
- Product presentation
- Knife handling expertise
- Meat cutting precision
- Portion sizing
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Safe food handling
- Waste reduction
- Meat grading
- Adaptability to change
- Efficient precision
- Sausage making
- Food safety oversight
- Grinding and mincing
- Marinating meats
- Weighing, measuring & estimating
- Inventory processing
- Storage temperature monitoring
- Sanitation practices
- Waste reduction strategies
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Heavy lifting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Task prioritization
- Physical stamina
- Property maintenance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Complex Problem-solving
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Head Butcher
Steynsburg Butchery
01.2021 - Current
Butcher Assistant
Skoonfontein Abbatoir
01.2014 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Burgersdorp High School