Meat Cutter

Freshfields Farm, Inc.; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Meat Cutter to join their team in Orlando. This role involves handling and cutting various types of meat, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation protocols. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in meat cutting, demonstrating a strong commitment to quality and professionalism. You'll work in a dynamic environment where your skills will contribute to the production of high-quality meat products. If you're passionate about the culinary arts and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience cutting beef, pork, and lamb primals.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedure manuals.

Responsibilities

• Handle and cut various types of meat according to company protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of production areas.
• Demonstrate integrity and professionalism while interacting with others.

Skills

Meat Cutting

Safety Protocols

Sanitation Practices

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Knives

Band Saws

Pallet Jack

Wrapping Machine

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: FL #2 - Orlando, FL

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $19.00 - $23.00 Hourly

Job Category: Grocery

Description

The Meat Cutter reports to the Meat Production Supervisor and is responsible for all meat production tasks. The Meat Cutter may be placed in certain areas of the meat production operation based on experience level. He/she is responsible for learning company protocols and executing them in a professional manner under the supervision of a Meat Production Supervisor or Meat Production Specialist.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Identifying different breeds of meat and the primal sections of each breed.
• Handle raw beef, pork, poultry, and seafood.
• Use knives and/or band saws for the purpose of cutting/prepping raw meat for packaging.
• Apply all safety/health protocols set in place by the company and federal/state/local law.
• Cutting and arranging beef onto a tray in accordance with company protocol.
• Cutting and arranging pork onto a tray in accordance with company protocol.
• Cutting and arranging poultry onto a tray in accordance with company protocol.
• Cutting and arranging seafood onto a tray in accordance with company protocol.
• Proper cleaning and sanitation of production areas and equipment.
• Establish and maintain a working relationship with all peers and supervisors.
• Demonstrate and support a high level of integrity. Represent Freshfields Farm in a courteous and professional manner while interacting with all vendors, customers, and coworkers.
• Occasionally operate an electronic and or manual pallet jack in a safe and efficient manner after being trained.
• Use ladders for various purposes throughout the building.
• Assist with any other tasks within the building that require additional manpower.
• Occasionally use a manual/automated wrapping machine for the purpose of packing raw meat.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate will also be required to lift objects that weight as much as 50lbs.

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma required. 7+ years experience cutting beef, pork, and lamb primals.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Food Safety Certification preferred.