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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a skilled and experienced Butcher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of meat preparation, cutting techniques, and food safety standards. As a Butcher, you will be responsible for cutting, trimming, and preparing various types of meat for sale or further processing. You will also be expected to maintain a clean and organized work environment, ensuring that all equipment and tools are properly sanitized. The role requires a keen eye for detail, strong physical stamina, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. You will interact with customers, providing them with expert advice on meat selection, cooking methods, and portion sizes. Additionally, you will be responsible for inventory management, including ordering supplies and managing stock levels. The ideal candidate will have excellent knife skills, a thorough understanding of different cuts of meat, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. If you are passionate about meat preparation and have a commitment to quality and customer service, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities
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- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Ensure all equipment and tools are properly sanitized.
- Provide expert advice to customers on meat selection, cooking methods, and portion sizes.
- Manage inventory, including ordering supplies and managing stock levels.
- Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Operate and maintain meat processing equipment.
- Package and label meat products for sale.
- Monitor quality and freshness of meat products.
- Assist in the development of new meat products and recipes.
- Work efficiently under pressure to meet customer demands.
- Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations.
- Handle customer inquiries and complaints professionally.
- Keep up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.
- Perform regular equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Proven experience as a Butcher or in a similar role.
- Excellent knife skills and knowledge of meat cutting techniques.
- Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation standards.
- Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
- Good communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Basic math skills for inventory management.
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays.
- High school diploma or equivalent; culinary training is a plus.
- Knowledge of different cuts of meat and their uses.
- Ability to operate meat processing equipment safely.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Problem-solving abilities.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new techniques and technologies.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience with meat cutting and preparation?
- How do you ensure food safety and sanitation in your work?
- What types of meat are you most experienced with?
- How do you handle customer inquiries and complaints?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to work under pressure?
- How do you manage inventory and stock levels?
- What steps do you take to maintain a clean and organized work environment?
- How do you stay updated with industry trends and best practices?
- Can you describe a challenging situation you faced as a Butcher and how you resolved it?
- What do you enjoy most about being a Butcher?