Find & Apply For Butcher / Meat Cutter Jobs in Backus, Minnesota

Overview Join our dynamic team at Godfrey's as a Meat Cutter/Butcher, where your expertise in meat processing and food preparation will be at the heart of delivering high-quality products to our customers. This immediate hire opportunity offers a vibrant work environment focused on precision, safety, and customer satisfaction. As a key member of our retail store, you will showcase your skills in meat cutting, trimming, and packaging while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality control. If you're passionate about culinary arts, enjoy working with perishable goods, and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this role is perfect for you! Duties Perform meat cutting, trimming, slicing, and portioning using knives and meat processing machines to meet product specifications Operate meat processing equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to all food safety sanitizing procedures Prepare meat products for retail display, including packaging and labeling with accuracy and attention to detail Conduct visual inspections for quality control, ensuring all products meet safety standards and are free from defects Manage perishable goods by monitoring freshness, proper storage temperatures, and expiration dates Assist customers with meat selections, answer questions about cuts and preparation methods, providing excellent customer service Maintain cleanliness of workstations and follow strict food handling protocols to uphold food safety management standards Requirements Proven experience in food production or food preparation, especially within the meat or culinary industry Strong knife skills with the ability to perform precise butchery and slicing techniques Knowledge of meat processing machine operation and fish handling is a plus Familiarity with retail store environments and customer service expectations Understanding of food safety sanitizing procedures and food handling regulations Basic math skills for weighing, portioning, and inventory management Ability to stand for extended periods while performing detailed tasks in a fast-paced setting Excellent attention to detail for visual inspection and quality assurance tasks Flexible schedule Join us if you're eager to bring your culinary expertise into a lively retail environment where your skills make a real difference. We're dedicated to supporting your growth in the food industry while providing an engaging workplace that values safety, quality, and customer satisfaction!

Pay:

$19.00 - $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person