Seafood Cutter I (3rd Shift)

Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee discounts

Commuter Benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Baldor Specialty Foods, Inc. seeks a Seafood Cutter to process whole fish into filets and portions in a fast-paced, refrigerated environment. You’ll distinguish species, portion seafood to spec, and maintain quality control for customer orders.

The role requires 1–2 years of fish processing, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a commitment to reliability. Join a team delivering premium ingredients to top restaurants and institutions.

Qualifications

• Must have 1–2 years of recent fish processing experience
• Must be able to work 8+ hours per day, 6 days a week in a refrigerated environment
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks for long periods of time
• Must be able to regularly lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs
• Requires repetitive motions using hands, arms, legs and back
• Must be an expert in the handling of knives and other sharp tools
• Must be able to sharpen and hone knives and maintain equipment
• Prompt and regular attendance is required

Responsibilities

• Prepare fish and other seafood products by cutting, filleting, and portioning.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of products,
• Process seafood into portions within a specific variance.
• Be able to distinguish multiple different types of seafood.

Skills

Knife handling

Fish processing

Refrigerated environment

Heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs)

Reliability / punctuality

Attention to detail

Job description

Position Summary

As an industry leader in wholesale, retail, and residential food distribution, Baldor Specialty Foods continues to grow and evolve at a rapid pace across all departments. Seafood Cutters are tasked with the job of processing whole fish and raw materials into filets, portions, and finished goods. Tasks included but are not limited to: carrying heavy volumes of product, working in a refrigerated and wet environment, being able to distinguish, organize, and sort different varieties of fish, fileting multiple species of fish, and the final fabrication of seafood to the customer’s desired spec.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare fish and other seafood products by cutting, filleting, and portioning.
• Monitor the quality and freshness of products,
• Process seafood into portions within a specific variance.
• Be able to distinguish multiple different types of seafood.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year – 2 years of recent fish processing experience
• Must be able to work 8+ hours per day, 6 days a week in a refrigerated environment.
• Must be able to perform repetitive tasks for long periods of time
• Must be able to regularly lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs.
• Requires repetitive motions using hands, arms, legs and back
• Must be an expert in the handling of knives and other sharp tools.
• Must be able to sharpen and hone knives and maintain equipment.
• Prompt and regular attendance is required.

About Baldor

Since our beginnings as part of the iconic Greenwich Village retail store, Balducci’s, Baldor has upheld its original promise—to curate and deliver the finest ingredients from around the world. For more than 30 years, we have supported the food industry using cutting-edge logistics, a modern supply chain, and an unwavering commitment to service. Today, we are the trusted distribution partner for top hotels, restaurants, country clubs, hospitals, nursing homes, and culinary professionals across the region.

Benefits

Baldor is committed to supporting the well-being, stability, and long-term success of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick time, paid company holidays & floating holidays
• Company-Paid Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Employee discounts on Baldor products
• Commuter Benefits
• Career growth and development opportunities

Note: Benefits may vary based on position and employment status.