JITHIN (joe) JOSE
Saskatoon
Summary
Diligent Food production specialist with comprehensive background in food production processes and quality control. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency and ensure compliance with safety standards. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and team collaboration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Food Production Specialist
Sunrise Foods International Inc.
09.2022 - Current
- Worked closely with research and development teams to successfully scale-up newly developed products from pilot trials to full-scale production runs.
- Implemented cost-saving measures within the production line without compromising product quality or safety standards.
- Developed innovative recipes for new products, contributing to company''s growth and market presence.
- Enhanced product quality through continuous monitoring and adjusting of production processes.
- Improved food production efficiency by implementing new strategies and equipment.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by analyzing data from various sources and suggesting areas for further optimization of operations.
- Maintained high standards of sanitation, meeting regulatory requirements and ensuring food safety.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow, resulting in increased productivity and reduced downtime.
- Identified bottlenecks in the production process, developing solutions that resulted in faster turnaround times for finished goods.
- Maximized resource utilization by optimizing batch sizes and minimizing changeover times between different products.
- Evaluated and recommended new equipment upgrades that resulted in increased efficiency, reduced downtime, and lower maintenance costs.
- Optimized inventory management for raw materials, ensuring timely availability for daily production needs.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to develop new processes that improved overall efficiency across the organization.
Deli Associate
Walmart
08.2019 - 02.2022
- Carefully prepared orders by slicing, weighing, and packaging cheeses and meats and accurately calculated prices.
- Effectively managed time-sensitive tasks such as food preparation for large catering orders while balancing day-to-day responsibilities of serving customers.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily tasks and consistently meet customer needs.
- Contributed to positive customer experiences by promptly addressing concerns and providing knowledgeable product recommendations.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Listened carefully to customer instructions and prepared orders according to those preferences.
- Assisted in inventory management, reducing waste by rotating stock appropriately and monitoring expiration dates.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts/food Production
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon, SK05-2020
Skills
- HACCP implementation
- Quality control management
- Sanitation procedures
- Nutritional analysis
- Food safety compliance
- Allergen awareness
- Production planning
- Ingredient sourcing
- Recipe development
- Food processing techniques
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Food safe handling License - [29-Nov-2022 to 29-Nov-2027]
- Result - 78%
- Certificate expiry - 29-Nov-2027
- Certificate License number - 69499805
Interests
- Community Cleanup
- Outdoor Recreation
- Avid Reader
Timeline
Food Production Specialist
Sunrise Foods International Inc.
09.2022 - Current
Deli Associate
Walmart
08.2019 - 02.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts/food Production
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
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