Meat Cutter

US Foods; Village of Blasdell (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice distributor is seeking a specialty meat cutter for its operations in Village of Blasdell, NY. This role requires expertise in various meat products and involves trimming, customizing, and ensuring the cleanliness of the cutting room. Offering benefits from day one, the position is on an hourly wage of $22.00, emphasizing a fast-paced work environment.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Life insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 1 year experience as a meat cutter required.
• Experience with band saws and meat production equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Trim and customize portions of meat products using knives.
• Maintain sanitary conditions in the cutting room.
• Label portions according to specifications.

Skills

Knowledge of poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products

Skilled as a specialty meat cutter using knives

Ability to work in a fast paced production environment

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

$22.00/Hour, Benefits on Day 1!

• Trim and customize portions of meat products using knives, band saws or other meat production equipment.
• Count and stack on tray portions per customer and company specifications.
• Label portion with supplied number product labels.
• Set up cutting room as required.
• Keep cutting room and surrounding area clean and sanitized.
• Follow company GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) to maintain sanitary conditions.
• Work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F.
• Complete miscellaneous other duties as assigned.

Education/Training:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Incumbent must have the ability to work in a fast paced production environment.
• Finish time is when work is completed and could require overtime with our without notice.

Related Experience/Requirements:

• Skilled as a specialty meat cutter using knives required; minimum (1) year experience as a meat cutter. Experience with band saws, laser portion machinery or other meat production equipment is preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products including USDA grades and standards.Knowledge of NAMA guidelines and product cut numbers, i.e. 1184F vs 1184B is required.
• Must be able to work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $21.00-$22.00/hour.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off , short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.