Simon Rush
Hamilton
Summary
Achieved quality enhancements at Chef Ready Meats by leading and coaching a diverse team, demonstrating expertise in food safety and customer service. Leveraged knife handling skills and safety practices to exceed employer expectations, ensuring optimal health protection and customer satisfaction. Experienced team leader adept at completing projects with confidence and skill. History of performing well under pressure and accomplishing successive assignments with high accuracy. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adapts well to changing situations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Butcher
Hamilton Wholesale Meats
03.2020 - Current
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
- Ensured quality control measures were consistently met throughout the butchering process.
Plant Manager - Meat Processing
Chef Ready Meats
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
Grocery Manager
Glenview New World
11.2012 - 08.2017
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
- Enhanced store presentation through regular merchandising updates and innovative display techniques.
Grocery Manager
Tokoroa New World
11.2010 - 10.2012
- Organized efficient merchandise replenishment strategies to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Delegated tasks and duties to grocery staff and clearly communicated timeframes for completion.
- Kept grocery team operations in strict compliance with workplace standards and food safety requirements to maintain optimal health protection.
- Enhanced store presentation through regular merchandising updates and innovative display techniques.
Education
Butchery
NZQA Level 4 Butchery Advanced
Foodstuffs NZ06.2016
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Customer Service
- Knife handling expertise
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Safety practices
Golf, Fishing, following a wide range of sports
I am a current member of Ngaruawahia Golf Club, 20 years this year. I have served four years on the Clubs Executive Committee, two years as Assistant Club Captain and 2 years as Club Captain.
Always keen to go fishing at any opportunity available.
My earlier employment in the Sports Industry gave me my passion in following all sports.
Timeline
Butcher
Hamilton Wholesale Meats
03.2020 - Current
Plant Manager - Meat Processing
Chef Ready Meats
10.2017 - 12.2019
Grocery Manager
Glenview New World
11.2012 - 08.2017
Grocery Manager
Tokoroa New World
11.2010 - 10.2012
Butchery
NZQA Level 4 Butchery Advanced
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