Part Time Apprentice Butcher/Meat Cutter

Talus Holdings; Town of Lebanon (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sugar Hill Farm is seeking a dependable team member for our meat processing facility. This role involves breaking down whole pigs, cutting and trimming meat, making sausage, packaging, labeling, and maintaining sanitary equipment and work areas.

Previous butchery or meat cutting experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right person. The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds and a reliable, team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• Previous butchery or meat cutting experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right person.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and take direction.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance.
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Breaking down whole pigs and preparing cuts of meat
• Cutting and trimming meat
• Making sausage
• Packaging and labeling products
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
• Following proper food safety and meat handling procedures
• Assisting with overall facility sanitation

Skills

Meat cutting

Strong work ethic

Dependable

Team player

Job description

Company Overview:

Sugar Hill Farm produces high-quality local pasture raised pork with non-GMO feed.

About the Position:

We are looking for a dependable, hardworking individual to join our team at our meat processing facility. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous butchery or meat cutting experience, or someone eager to learn and build their skills in whole animal processing.

Responsibilities:

• Breaking down whole pigs and preparing cuts of meat
• Cutting and trimming meat
• Making sausage
• Packaging and labeling products
• Cleaning and maintaining equipment
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
• Following proper food safety and meat handling procedures
• Assisting with overall facility sanitation

Qualifications:

• Previous butchery or meat cutting experience preferred, but we are willing to train the right person
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work as part of a team
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and take direction
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Reliable transportation and consistent attendance
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds

This is a physically active position that requires standing for extended periods, along with lifting, bending, and performing repetitive tasks.

If you take pride in your work, are dependable, and are interested in learning or building your skills in meat processing, we would love to hear from you!

The pay range for this position is $18.00-$20.00 per hour based on experience.

The expected schedule for this position is Monday-Wednesday with approximate hours of 7:00AM-4:00PM which includes cleanup.