Catherine willmott
Smiths Falls,ON
Summary
Reliable professional with a robust background in meat cutting, deli and HMR operations. Proficient in time management and collaboration, consistently achieving high standards in food safety and quality. 6 years of working in the grocery store industry.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Cutter
CANEX Supermart
Petawawa, ON
07.2025 - 06.2026
- Operated meat-cutting tools to ensure precise cuts and maintain product integrity.
- Followed food safety regulations to uphold hygiene standards during meat preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow in fast-paced environment.
- Gained knowledge of various meat types and cutting techniques through hands-on training.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
Deli Clerk/HMR Clerk
Your Independent Grocer
Petawawa, ON / Perth ON
12.2023 - 07.2025
- Prepared and packaged deli products to ensure freshness and quality.
- Assisted customers in selecting meats and cheeses, providing knowledgeable recommendations.
- Maintained cleanliness of deli area, adhering to food safety standards.
- Operated slicing machines and scales efficiently for accurate portioning.
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
HMR Clerk
Foodland
Cobourg, ON
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
- Fryer use of all fried products
- Temperature logs
- Perform opening procedures and set up hot case with product
- cook BBQ chicken in oven
- Taking customers orders accurately
Meat Wrapper
Fortinos Supermarket
Oakville, ON
09.2018 - 05.2021
- Wrapped and labeled various meat products for optimal presentation and freshness.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards during all packaging processes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline wrapping operations and reduce waste.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels of meat products.
- Supported cross-functional team efforts by assisting with tasks in other departments as needed, contributing to overall store success.
- Replenished cases through shifts to maintain consistent sales.
Meat and Seafood Clerk
Sobeys
Oakville, ON
12.2017 - 09.2018
- Trained staff on proper meat and seafood handling techniques to ensure safety and quality standards.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring product freshness and minimizing waste through effective stock rotation.
- Provided exceptional customer service by assisting with product selection and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of display cases to enhance visual appeal and accessibility for customers.
- Receiving delivery orders and making sure items are accounted for
Seafood Manager
Real Canadian Superstore
Oakville, ON
01.2017 - 08.2017
- Managed seafood department operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Trained and mentored staff on product knowledge and customer service techniques.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels to reduce waste and enhance freshness.
- Developed promotional strategies that increased seafood sales during seasonal events.
- Wrapped, weighed, labeled and priced cuts of seafood.
- Prepared and placed seafood cuts and products in display counter to appeal to customers.
- Created clean and inviting appearance for fresh seafood cases to encourage sales.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Nicholas Adult High School
Ottawa, ON06-2015
Skills
- Knife handling
- Food safety
- Sanitation practice
- Great time management
- Experience in fast paced working environment
- Excellent communication
- Strong work ethic
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Meat Cutter
CANEX Supermart
07.2025 - 06.2026
Deli Clerk/HMR Clerk
Your Independent Grocer
12.2023 - 07.2025
HMR Clerk
Foodland
03.2023 - 09.2023
Meat Wrapper
Fortinos Supermarket
09.2018 - 05.2021
Meat and Seafood Clerk
Sobeys
12.2017 - 09.2018
Seafood Manager
Real Canadian Superstore
01.2017 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
St. Nicholas Adult High School