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

Job Overview Join our dynamic team as a Meat Cutter & Retail Associate, where you'll be at the forefront of delivering high-quality meat products and exceptional customer service. This energetic role combines skilled meat processing with retail store experience, ensuring our customers receive fresh, expertly prepared meats while enjoying a welcoming shopping environment. Your expertise in food handling, safety procedures, and butchery will contribute to our commitment to quality and food safety standards. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about culinary arts and customer satisfaction, this position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career in the food industry. Responsibilities Perform meat cutting and trimming using various butchery techniques, ensuring precise slicing and portioning for retail sale. Operate meat processing machines safely and efficiently, maintaining equipment cleanliness and functionality. Prepare meat products according to established recipes and quality standards, including fish handling when applicable. Package perishable goods securely, labeling products accurately for freshness and food safety compliance. Conduct visual inspections for quality control, ensuring all meats meet safety and appearance standards before display or sale. Maintain strict food safety sanitizing procedures throughout the workspace, including cleaning tools, surfaces, and equipment regularly. Provide excellent customer service by assisting shoppers with product selection, answering questions about cuts of meat, and offering culinary suggestions. Qualifications Proven experience in food production, food preparation, or retail store environments with a focus on meat processing or butchery. Skilled in using meat cutting tools such as knives with basic knife skills; familiar with slicing techniques and trimming methods. Knowledge of food safety management practices, including sanitizing procedures and handling perishable goods responsibly. Ability to operate meat processing machines safely while adhering to health regulations. Strong understanding of food industry standards related to meat handling, packaging, and quality control. Excellent customer service skills with a friendly attitude; capable of engaging positively with diverse shoppers. Basic math skills for measuring ingredients and calculating weights or portions accurately. Kitchen or culinary experience is a plus, especially involving fish handling or food industry familiarity. Join us in delivering top-quality meats while creating memorable shopping experiences! Your expertise will help uphold our standards of freshness, safety, and customer satisfaction every day.

Pay:

$17.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Opportunities for advancement Retirement plan Application Question(s): Have you ever been convicted of a felony? Are you willing to help customers when needed?

Work Location:

In person