Butcher - Graziano's Bird Market

About the role

The Butcher will cut, trim, and prepare meat for use or sale in grocery stores or restaurants. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Operates meat processing equipment
• Uses hand tools and power equipment to cut meat to specifications
• Tenderizes, packages, weighs, labels, and prices meat products
• Vacuum packs meat for distribution
• Evaluates quality control and ensures workspace is kept sanitary
• Ensures products comply with all U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) guidelines
• Receives and stores meat when delivered and ensures its quality and freshness
• Notifies manager of any problems or issues that could affect the quality of meat products sold to customers
• Meets productivity, accuracy, and quality standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

At least one year of experience in meat cutting, packaging, and food handling preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills and focus on customer service
• Familiarity with USDA guidelines
• Ability to operate band saws and other meat-cutting equipment
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to fulfill customer orders efficiently and accurately

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at a time
• Must be able to work near animal carcasses, blood, and other animal fluids
• Ability to tolerate temperatures in the workspace that fluctuate between extreme cold and extreme heat

Graziano’s Group is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, candidates may be required to successfully complete a drug screening prior to starting employment and/or during the course of employment as permitted by law.