Jacobus Kapp
Grand Cayman,Cayman Islands
Summary
I am a hardworking and reliable professional with over 32 years of experience in the meat trade. Overseeing meat production processing preparation of meat for human consumption. Working well in fast-pace environments while providing exceptional service. Managing meat operations, slaughtering, deboning, centralized wholesale facilities, butcheries. Highly organized proactive and punctual, team-oriented mindset fostering open communication and collaboration. Proven history of promoting and achieving organizational goals. Experience of abattoir, meat processing plants and knowledge of equipment. Dedicated to meeting production targets and observing correct procedures. Beef breakdown hind quarter and forequarters in retail cuts into food and other consumer products. Led transformation processing areas, increasing production, reducing turnover, eliminating waste and enhancing quality. Managed all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control and process implementation. Identified and solved complex problems that impacted business direction. Focusing on waste minimization and achieving production goals, target-oriented with an extensive successful accomplished production record. Develop and implemented regional sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets. Monitor and analyze regional sales performance and trends to identify areas of improvement. Lead and motivate meat production staff to ensure they meet their individual and team goals. Develop and implement staff training programs, prepare and present reports. I build and maintain a loyal client base through strong relationship-building skills, and excels at devising strategies for increased sales. Skilled in bringing out the best in staff. Able to manage effectively and recruit talent. Strong organizational and time management ability. Skilled in planning, scheduling and meeting deadlines. Driven to succeed a valuable addition to a forward-thinking company with strong opportunities for progression. I’ve successfully managed the planning and building, of a new startup meat factory. Designed equipment machinery floor layouts and production lines. Ensuring efficient production processes, optimal resource utilization, and ultimately achieving desired business goals. Proficiency in record keeping, quality techniques, produce according to customer specification, upholding quality and consistency, cutting methods and safety measures, equipment management, and inventory oversight. Allocating labor resources, tracking schedules and cost adjustments, overseeing factory machinery and equipment and maintenance. Ensuring production efficiency and determining the most cost-effective way to achieve goals. Developed value added products, and increased sales.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Butcher Meat Seafood Manager
Hurley’s Marketplace Group
Grand Cayman , Cayman Islands
10.2022 - Current
- Successfully managed the meat and seafood department in a high-volume grocery store, overseeing all aspects of operations, including inventory management, ordering, and forecasting
- Implemented strategic pricing and merchandising strategies that resulted in a significant increase in sales and profitability for the department
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating competitive pricing and ensuring consistent quality of products
- Achieved more cost reductions, maximizing more savings on orders
- Led a team of nine employees, providing ongoing training and mentoring to improve customer service and overall department performance
- Streamlined processes and improved efficiency by implementing new procedures for stock rotation and waste reduction.
Meat Specialist Consultant
Delice
Kinsasha , Democratic Republic Of Congo, Africa
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Setup new deli factory for value added meats
- The equipment and staffing requirements for starting new deli manufacturing factory
- Building the most accurate financial forecast possible, required equipment and people needed to open and run the business efficiently
- Production methods, machinery layouts, production lines
- Whole sales and distribution, planning to produce for the mass market automated manufacturing in large quantities, packaging equipment
- Keeping wastage to a minimum
- Locating ingredients, spices
- Calculating selling pricing.
Meat Factory Production Operations Manager
CPL Group, Papua New Guinea
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Managed a team of 180+ employees, overseeing 9 butcheries and centralized butchery facility, achieving a 95% on-time delivery rate and a 70% increase in production capacity
- Implemented a new inventory management system, reducing stockouts by 73% and improving overall inventory accuracy by 87%
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing, resulting in a 76% reduction in product costs
- Implemented a quality control program, resulting in 85% reduction in workplace accidents and a 79% decrease in lost workdays
- Optimized production schedules and resource allocation, leading to 80% increase in production output and 75% decrease in overtime costs
- Increased customer satisfaction by 89%
Meat Consultant Butchers Training Center
Self Employed, Rwanda
Kigali, Rwanda
05.2017 - 12.2018
- Tutoring students on how to operate butchery equipment, manufacturing meat products in a retail environment
- Cutting techniques and preparations methods different types of meat (beef, pork, poultry etc.) portion sizes
- Meat cutting technicians responsible cutting of carcasses into smaller cuts, the trimming of meat cuts as well as the cost-effective use of trimmings and the attractive presentation of meat cuts Grinding and preparing meats for sales
- Meat and other products quality inspections
- Package and label meat products for display and sale, ensuring proper handling and storage to maintain freshness
- Prepare to manufacture meat products in accordance with meat trade standards
- Personal protective equipment in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational requirements
- Cleanliness of work area, tools and equipment
- Assessment of recipes, ingredients and production methods and quality specifications
- Preservation, packaging and freezing of meat
- Advising clientage of different types of meat and meat cuts, as well as suitable preparation and cooking methods
- Controlled rotation of all meat and meat products
- Hygiene in the meat market, food safety and sanitation controls.
Regional Meat Sales Manager
Real Meat Africa
Kitwe, Zambia
08.2016 - 04.2017
- Developed and executed sales strategies to penetrate new regions and expand market share for the meat products division
- Oversaw a team of meat managers and meat department staff and provided guidance and training to achieve sales targets and increase revenue
- I managed 120 employees
- Established and maintained strong relationships with key Pick n Pay retailers to ensure consistent sales growth
- Implemented pricing, promotions, and product placement strategies to optimize sales and meet profit objectives
- Result, successfully grew sales volume by 35% within the first quarter and maintained steady growth, resulting in increased market share and profitability for the company
- A commercial outlook with excellent numerical capability.
Butchery & HMR Manager
SPAR South Africa
Sunward Park, Boksburg
02.2014 - 07.2016
- Successfully managed a team of 10 employees as a Butcher & HMR Manager, overseeing the daily operations of the meat and deli department
- Implemented efficient inventory management systems which resulted in a significant reduction in waste and increased profitability
- Developed and executed marketing strategies to promote special meat products, leading to a 43% increase in sales within the first year
- Conducted regular training sessions for staff members to ensure adherence to food safety and hygiene standards, resulting in consistent positive health inspection results
- Fostered strong relationships with local suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and sourcing high-quality meat products, leading to improved customer satisfaction
- Achieved cost savings with actions aimed at reducing the company’s expenses and increasing the bottom line
- Optimized sales at HMR and achieved 98% customer satisfaction rating
- Maintain QPRO international Food and quality standards, managed butchery audit inspection with QPRO
- Spar group continuously assessed product quality and supplier performance to ensure the standards were constantly being met.
Meat Depo Manager
Cannosia Trading, Pick n Pay, Beefmaster, Mokopane Wholesalers, South Africa
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Meat depo Manager duties
- Butchery Manager duties
Sales representative
Bull Brand Foods Abattoir, South Africa
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Sales profile of 140+ clients
- Exceeded sales targets within the first month
- I achieved weekly sales over 6 million South African Rand
- In charge of delivery transportation schedules, and truck loading and offloading planning
- Ensured that weights loaded correspond to invoices
- Planned routes for all trucks
- Responsibilities included beef abattoir, ensuring efficient and humane processing of beef according to industry standards and regulations
- Encompassing of maintaining equipment, and ensuring product quality and safety
- The plant was equipped with slaughtering machines, abattoir had a daily slaughtering capacity of 4,000 heads of cattle per week, 2,000 lamb per day and 1,000 pigs per day
- Cold rooms installed in the abattoir with the sufficient chilling capacity for meat
- And efficient blast rooms with appropriate capacity freezing meat.
Butchery Manager
Portugal Fisheries, SPAR, Cater Meat, South Africa
01.2001 - 01.2004
Live Stock On-Farm Slaughter Manager
South Africa
01.1994 - 01.2000
- Developed a breeding program for pigs on farm
- Planning and coordinating farm activities
- Supervising and managing farm workers
- Keeping track of farm equipment and machinery
- Monitoring the health and welfare of farm animals
- Designed and build pigsty facilities for the pigs and maintained facilities, repairs, building upkeep, equipment, feeding, mineral supplements, vaccines, buying/selling live stock
- My responsibilities included slaughtering live stock on farm
- Ensured slaughtering equipment were cleaned maintained good hygiene and food safety, handled carcasses and waste products and disposal in accordance to regulations, chilling and freezing of meat
- Preparing carcasses, deboning and processing meat, packaging for human consumption
- Using specialist equipment and techniques
- Killing the animals in an efficient humane, manner that minimize pain
- Ensuring that animal welfare is at all times maintained
- Managing budgets and finances of the farm.
Cargo Coordinator
South African Airways
01.1990 - 01.1993
- Coordinated the transportation of cargo shipments, ensuring timely pick-up and delivery to customers
- Managed documentation and regulatory compliance for all cargo movements, including customs clearance and transport permits
- Oversaw the loading and unloading of cargo, ensuring proper handling and safety procedures were followed
- Liaised with internal teams, carriers, and third-party logistics providers to ensure smooth operations and resolve any issues or delays
- Implemented efficiency measures, resulting in improved delivery times and cost savings for the company
- Cargo coordinator and baggage control, dangerous goods cargo control.
Assistant Engine Driver
South African Railway
01.1986 - 01.1990
- Successfully operated and maintained diesel and electric locomotives, adhering to safety protocols and meeting daily operational targets
- Responsible for inspecting and troubleshooting locomotives, minimizing downtime and ensuring the safe and efficient movement of goods and passengers
- Collaborated with a diverse team of railway workers to ensure the smooth running of operations and participated in training programs to continuously enhance technical skills
- Received commendations for exceptional performance, reliability, and commitment to safety, contributing to the overall success of South African Railways.
Military Chef
South African National Defense Force
Caprivi, South West Africa
01.1984 - 01.1986
- Chef, Cook Culinary Specialist (Chef) prepare meals and work across various environments including Military kitchens, Field kitchens, and Catering
- Order, store and account for food
- Help plan menus for everyday meals and VIP occasions
- Prepare meals for troops and high-ranking officers.
Education
Matric -
Saamwerk Highschool, South Africa
01.1983
Skills
- Overseeing meat production processing preparation of meat for human consumption
- Managing meat operations, slaughtering, deboning, centralized wholesale facilities, butcheries
- Highly organized proactive and punctual, team-oriented mindset fostering open communication and collaboration
- Proven history of promoting and achieving organizational goals
- Experience of abattoir, meat processing plants, and knowledge of equipment
- Dedicated to meeting production targets and observing correct procedures
- Beef breakdown hind quarter and forequarters in retail cuts into food and other consumer products
- Led transformation processing areas, increasing production, reducing turnover, eliminating waste, and enhancing quality
- Managed all areas of manufacturing, safety, inventory control, and process implementation
- Focusing on waste minimization and achieving production goals
- Develop and implement regional sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets
- Monitor and analyze regional sales performance and trends to identify areas of improvement
- Lead and motivate meat production staff to ensure they meet their individual and team goals
- Develop and implement staff training programs, prepare and present reports
- Skilled in bringing out the best in staff
- Able to manage effectively and recruit talent
- Strong organizational and time management ability
- Skilled in planning, scheduling, and meeting deadlines
- Driven to succeed a valuable addition to a forward-thinking company with strong opportunities for progression
- Designed equipment machinery floor layouts and production lines
- Proficiency in record keeping, quality techniques, cutting methods, and safety measures
- Allocating labor resources, tracking schedules and cost adjustments, overseeing factory machinery and equipment and maintenance
- Developed value-added products and increased sales
- Successfully managed the planning and building of a new startup meat factory
- Implemented efficient production processes, optimal resource utilization, and ultimately achieving desired business goals
- Managed a team of 180 employees, overseeing 9 butcheries and centralized butchery facility
- Implemented a new inventory management system, reducing stockouts and improving overall inventory accuracy
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate favorable pricing and reduce product costs
- Implemented a quality control program, resulting in a reduction in workplace accidents and lost workdays
- Optimized production schedules and resource allocation, leading to an increase in production output and decrease in overtime costs
- Increased customer satisfaction
- Designed new meat factory production lines and floor layout for machinery equipment allocation
- Led a production team and promoted and distributed meat products to stores, exceeding sales targets consistently
- Developed and implemented strategic sales plans, resulting in an increase in market share and revenue growth
- Implemented a rigorous quality assurance system, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and maintaining product quality
- Ensured a safe working environment and high standards of health and safety
- Conducted regular performance evaluations and provided guidance to a team of 180 employees
- Implemented training programs that improved employee engagement and reduced staff turnover rate
- Coached and developed the management team to deliver exceptional results
Certification
Bargaining Council for Meat Trade South Africa, Accredited Master Meat cutting technician grade 1A, 2016
Training
- South African Airways - Baggage coordinator (1992)
- South African Airways - Dangerous goods (1992)
- South African Airways - Cargo coordinator (1992)
- Manpower - Store Management (1987)
Timeline
Master Butcher Meat Seafood Manager
Hurley’s Marketplace Group
10.2022 - Current
Meat Specialist Consultant
Delice
02.2022 - 06.2022
Meat Factory Production Operations Manager
CPL Group, Papua New Guinea
03.2019 - 06.2021
Meat Consultant Butchers Training Center
Self Employed, Rwanda
05.2017 - 12.2018
Regional Meat Sales Manager
Real Meat Africa
08.2016 - 04.2017
Butchery & HMR Manager
SPAR South Africa
02.2014 - 07.2016
Meat Depo Manager
Cannosia Trading, Pick n Pay, Beefmaster, Mokopane Wholesalers, South Africa
01.2008 - 01.2014
Sales representative
Bull Brand Foods Abattoir, South Africa
01.2005 - 01.2007
Butchery Manager
Portugal Fisheries, SPAR, Cater Meat, South Africa
01.2001 - 01.2004
Live Stock On-Farm Slaughter Manager
South Africa
01.1994 - 01.2000
Cargo Coordinator
South African Airways
01.1990 - 01.1993
Assistant Engine Driver
South African Railway
01.1986 - 01.1990
Military Chef
South African National Defense Force
01.1984 - 01.1986
Matric -
Saamwerk Highschool, South Africa
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