Fish Filleter - Full-Time - Union, New Jersey

Fortune Fish & Gourmet; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Health Benefits (Medical, Vision,

401K Retirement Savings Program with 2

Job summary

Fortune Fish & Gourmet seeks a Fish Filleter to accurately cut various fish, maximize product utilization, and support a clean, compliant production area. The role emphasizes attention to detail and adherence to safety standards within a fast-paced seafood environment.

The successful candidate will work with fillet knives and processing equipment, maintain strict sanitation, and report any issues to supervision. This position supports our growing seafood business in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of cutting/filleter experience.
• Education - High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience using fillet knives and food processing equipment.
• Basic English speaking and written proficiency.
• Willingness to work in a cold climate (35°F).

Responsibilities

• Cut a variety of fish to ensure lowest percentage of loss.
• Maintain a clean work area and equipment for high sanitation standards.
• Survey equipment to ensure proper working order; report malfunctions.
• Handle product to maximize shelf life and sanitation.
• Inform supervisor of production or safety concerns.
• Clean up workstation and department at end of shift.
• Communicate quality issues to supervisors.
• Meet production and quality expectations set by supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Hard-working

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fillet knives

Food processing equipment

Job description

Summary Of Position

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is a highly successful seafood processor and specialty food distributor based in Chicago. The company serves a multitude of clients within the seafood industry with a focus on high quality and outstanding service.

This is an exciting time to join our rapidly growing business! As an industry leader, we're growing relationships through our quality products and services. We are continually looking for outstanding talent to join our extraordinary group of employees.

The Fish Filleter is responsible for properly filleting various species of fish for production, ensuring maximum use of product. The filleter will meet required productivity, quality and safety expectations as determined by the supervisor. The employee will display a high level of detail in the execution of the role.

Responsibilities

• Cut a variety of fish to ensure lowest percentage of loss.
• Maintain a clean work area and equipment to ensure the highest standards of sanitation.
• Survey all equipment to assure proper working order. Report any malfunctioning tooling as needed.
• Handle product properly to ensure maximum shelf life and sanitation.
• Inform supervisor of any production or safety concerns or problems.
• Clean-up workstation and department at the end of shift.
• Communicate quality issues to supervisors.
• Meet all expectations for production and quality as established by supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• 1-2 years of cutting/filleter experience required.
• Education - High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience —2-3 years of experience use of fillet knives, food processing equipment and food safety in a fast-paced environment. Seafood experience preferred.
• Work ethic — A demonstrated sense of urgency in meeting critical and time sensitive deadlines.
• Language - Basic English speaking and written proficiency.
• Environmental: Willingness to work in a cold climate of 35 o .

Benefits Offered

• Full Health Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental, and other voluntary benefits).
• 401K Retirement Savings Program with Company Match.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Holidays.
• Employee Discount Program for Product Purchases.

Company

D'Artagnan is part of Fortune Fish & Gourmet, the Country's leading processor, distributor and importer of quality seafood, meats, and gourmet products. D'Artagnan, headquartered in Union, New Jersey, was founded in 1985 and is now the leading brand in the country, specializing in sustainably raised meats, poultry, game, charcuterie, truffles, and mushrooms. D'Artagnan is dedicated to natural, sustainable, and humane production and products. Over the years, D'Artagnan has built relationships and partnerships with farmers and ranchers who share the same philosophy and believe in free-range, preservative-free, and organic products.

With over $170M in revenue and a team of 260 employees, it is a hugely successful and well-recognized enterprise. D'Artagnan is organized around three distinct business lines: Food Services (Hotels, restaurants, etc.), Retail, and Online; each business line having a specific business model. D'Artagnan sells products in all 50 states and buys products all over the world. D'Artagnan has established an outstanding reputation over the years, built on a simple yet key principle: to provide its clients with the highest quality. For decades now, it has been acclaimed by the industry and customers all over the country and is recognized as a world-class company by many world-class chefs. In addition, the D'Artagnan website continues to grow in popularity and reach – serving as a trusted destination for home cooks across America looking for the best tasting, restaurant-quality ingredients, and specialty food products.

We seek employees who are passionate -- with a burning entrepreneurial and team spirit to join our growing company.

Local candidates only, no relocation support. Direct applications only; no third-party agencies.

Fortune Fish & Gourmet is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission is to elevate meals and lives by uniting unmatched product quality and selection with responsible sourcing, faithful stewardship, and unparalleled commitment to our customers’ and team members’ success.

Our Vision is a world in which we can all:

Do good. Be great. Scale excellence.