Production Butcher

Bi-Rite Family of Businesses; Polk (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on purchases

Medical, dental and vision

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k) with match

Paid training

Career advancement

Meal during shift

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Cooking classes

Job summary

Bi-Rite Market on Polk Street seeks a Production Butcher to deliver exceptional guest experiences in the Butchery and Deli. You will help maintain product quality, rotate inventory, and support seamless operations with a focus on hospitality and teamwork.

Required are six months of back-of-house/butchery experience, and ServSafe plus California Food Handler within 30 days of hire. Ability to stand long hours and lift items is also essential.

Qualifications

• Six months back-of-house or butchery experience recommended.
• ServSafe Certification and California Food Handler card required within 30 days post-hire.
• Ability to stand for long periods and handle heavy items.

Responsibilities

• Greet guests and assist in the Butchery and Deli departments.
• Create attractive displays and keep displays neat and labeled.
• Prepare all butchery offerings to Bi-Rite standards and assist Deli as needed.
• Rotate inventory, prevent waste, and restock high-volume products.
• Maintain clean department and handle damaged or spoiled products.

Skills

Butchery experience

Stand for long periods

Education

ServSafe Certification

California Food Handler Card

Tools

Kitchen scales

Job description

Starting Wage: $20.50/hr

Bi-Rite Market, 2140 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94109

Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Join us in Creating Community Through Food®!

PERKS

• 40% discount on purchases (20% on alcohol + catering)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match (4%) and profit sharing
• Paid training, field trips and volunteerism
• Career advancement opportunities
• A satisfying meal with your shift
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Free 18 Reasons Cooking Classes

OPPORTUNITY

We have an immediate opening for a Production Butcher. The Production Butcher is responsible for creating an inspiring experience for our guests. They give outstanding hospitality by meeting and exceeding our guests’ expectations and providing excellent internal hospitality to the team. Their responsibilities include assisting in the smooth and seamless operations of the business, reaching store goals, upholding product quality and consistency standards, controlling inventory levels and mitigating waste, maintaining equipment and facilities, and safely handling all of our products and equipment. They are part of a cohesive Bi-Rite team that supports the Bi-Rite Missions, Vision, and Community Values.

Responsibilities

• Welcomes guests, provides expertise and assistance in the Butchery + Deli departments.
• Creates beautiful and bountiful displays. Keeps the department displays neat, clean, accurately labeled, and well-stocked.
• Prepares all Butchery offerings to Bi-Rite standards, including maintaining up to date ingredient lists, recipes, cut specification and packaging. Provides assistance to Deli Specialist as needed.
• Puts away inventory, paying close attention to proper rotation, handling perishable items safely, and restocking high-volume products quickly.
• Keeps the business running smoothly by keeping the department clean by dusting and sweeping as needed, and maintaining sample displays.
• Handles damaged, out-of-date, spoils, and returned products to department standards

SUCCESS IN THIS ROLE

• Committed to Bi-Rite's mission to Creating Community Through Food ® and values of Lead with Love, Pursue with Passion, and Act with Integrity.
• Genuinely finds interest in learning about and sharing Good Food.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver great internal and external service: identifying what others need, getting it for them and taking the extra steps to ensure they have a positive experience.
• Able to work independently; possesses effective prioritization and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to follow directions and procedures, and accurately completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Approaches new situations and people with openness, curiosity, and humility; treats others with dignity and respect.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
• Energetic, works with a sense of urgency and adapts to the needs of the business.
• Embraces change and proposes more effective ways of working.
• Ability to fulfill the physical requirements of the role with or without accommodations.
• Ability to communicate in a concise, clear, and productive manner; seeks to understand others through active listening.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with others to complete tasks and achieve shared goals.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
• Committed to punctuality and exemplary attendance.

Qualifications

• Six months back of the house or butchery experience recommended.
• ServSafe Certification, California Food Handler card is required within 30 days post-hire. Bi-Rite provides on-site paid training and certification.
• Ability to accurately and effectively utilize kitchen scales, technology and labeling tools in English.
• Continuous standing and carrying between 11-50+ pounds.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

About Bi-rite

The Bi-Rite Family of Businesses has been a San Francisco institution for more than 80 years. Today, the company includes three neighborhood Markets (on 18th Street, Divisadero and Polk), a world-renowned Creamery, and our creative Catering and Commissary Kitchen. We believe food does more than nourish, it brings people together. As a Certified B Corporation, ranked in the top 5% for the world for our community impact, it’s our responsibility to build meaningful relationships with each part of our extended family: the food we make and sell connects our staff, our guests, our producers, and the environment. Named one of Forbes 25 Best Small Companies in America, our team is comprised of entrepreneurs, dreamers, doers, artists, activists, and, of course, food lovers!

Bi-Rite Management Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer