The Butcher is responsible for preparing and providing high-quality meat products to customers while ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. This role requires excellent customer service skills, product knowledge, and a commitment to maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
Job Description:
CUSTOMER SERVICEGreet customers warmly and assist them in selecting meats, poultry, and seafood based on their needs and preferences.
Provide information on meat cuts, cooking methods, storage, and recipes.
Take customer orders and ensure timely and accurate fulfilment.
Handle customer complaints or concerns professionally and escalate when necessary.
MEAT PREPARATIONCut, trim, debone, grind, and portion meats to specification using knives, saws, grinders, or other tools.
Prepare special cuts or custom orders as requested by customers.
Package and label products accurately with pricing and weight information.
Monitor the quality and freshness of products, removing expired or damaged items.
Maintain inventory by restocking shelves and displays as needed.
Coordinate with suppliers to receive fresh deliveries and ensure proper storage of products.
HYGIENE & SAFETYFollow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards to maintain a clean work environment.
Properly clean and sanitize equipment, tools, and surfaces after use.
Adhere to workplace safety protocols to prevent accidents or injuries.
TEAM COLLABORATIONWork closely with other team members in the meat department to ensure efficient operations.
Job Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in a retail or supermarket environment is a plus.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented setting.
Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Basic knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
Advanced meat cutting techniques: mastery of various cutting techniques, including breaking down whole carcasses and creating specialty cuts.#J-18808-Ljbffr