Meat Cutter

Southold Wayside Market Ltd; Town of Southold (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Career Growth Opportunities

Fun and Energetic Environment

Ongoing training

Employee Discount

Job summary

A successful market in Town of Southold is seeking an experienced meat cutter/butcher assistant. The role involves trimming and preparing meat according to store standards, ensuring high quality, and supporting sales in the meat department. Candidates should have experience with meat cutting equipment and a high school diploma. This position offers the opportunity to work in a fun and energetic environment with competitive wages.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Experience using meat cutting equipment and hand tools.
• Ability to lift 60-80 lbs safely.

Responsibilities

• Cut and trim meat using knives and power equipment.
• Package and display meat in an attractive manner.
• Ensure high standards of sanitation and quality control.

Skills

Use of meat cutting equipment

Customer communication

Knowledge of gourmet food products

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Knives

Power equipment

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive wages
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Fun and Energetic Environment
• Ongoing training
• Employee Discount

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced meat cutter/butcher assistant to join the team at our successful store. As a member of our team you will be responsible for operating the meat department to the high standards set forth by our brand. You will trim and prepare standard cuts of meat as specified in-store guidelines and follow the store’s meat merchandising plan. The Meat Cutter’s goal is to drive sales within the meat department and maximize profitability.

Responsibilities

• Cut and trim meat using knives and power equipment
• Package and display meat in an attractive manner
• Order inventory and maintain appropriate levels of stock
• Update active inventory and point of sales
• Rotate product accordingly
• Receive and inspect meat as it arrives to the store
• Ensure the cold chain is unbroken and meat remains high quality
• Follow high standards of sanitation and quality control
• Work effectively with kitchen and deli teams to actively maintain daily service
• Proficient in meat marketing and meat cuts to effectively communicate with customers needs and requirements
• Learn to efficiently prep cases with proper merchandise
• Knowledgable in gourmet food products
• Willing process live animals when whole butchery is required
• Proficient (or willing to learn) in whole break downs of animals processed in house

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• High school diploma/GED required
• Experience using meat cutting equipment, power equipment, and hand tools
• Ability to stand for long periods and regularly lift 60-80 lbs safely