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The Butcher's Market
Butcher
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Butcher or Meat Cutter butchers cows, pigs or other animals for meat and prepares different cuts of meat for retail or wholesale customers or for a food processing company.
$41,709 / year median in North Carolina
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Job Overview Join our dynamic team as a Meat and Food Preparation Specialist, where your culinary skills and passion for food safety will shine! In this vital role, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality meat and perishable goods, ensuring all products meet strict safety and quality standards. Your expertise will contribute to delivering fresh, delicious options to our customers while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in the food industry and be part of a vibrant retail setting focused on excellence. Duties Perform meat cutting, trimming, slicing, and portioning using knives with precision and safety in mind Handle fish and other perishable goods, ensuring proper storage, labeling, and rotation to maintain freshness Follow food safety sanitizing procedures consistently to uphold hygiene standards across all work surfaces and equipment Package products accurately for retail display or customer orders, maintaining visual appeal and quality control Assist in food preparation tasks such as slicing, dicing, and assembling ingredients for various food items Conduct visual inspections of products to ensure quality, freshness, and adherence to safety standards Support food handling processes in accordance with food safety management protocols and industry best practices Skills Proven experience in food production, preparation, or retail store environments with a focus on meat or seafood handling Strong knife skills with the ability to perform precise cutting techniques such as trimming and slicing Knowledge of food safety sanitizing procedures and safe food handling practices within the food industry Ability to operate meat processing machines safely and efficiently Basic math skills for measuring ingredients, portioning products, and managing inventory levels Excellent customer service skills to assist shoppers with product selection or questions when needed Ability to pass food service safety course Join us if you're passionate about food quality, safety, and customer satisfaction! This role offers a fantastic chance to grow your skills in a fast-paced environment dedicated to excellence in the food industry.