Fresh Meat Butcher

Job Description of Fresh Meat Butcher:

A crucial aspect of the Fresh Meat Butcher job is to ensure customers receive top-notch service through the preparation and quality assurance of meat and seafood items. The Fresh Meat Butcher is adept at producing precise and top-quality cuts of meat/seafood. Furthermore, they are responsible for maintaining department standards by managing ordering processes, inventory levels, production activities, and adhering to food safety protocols specifically in the meat/seafood department. The Fresh Meat Butcher also imparts their knowledge and expertise regarding products to customers.

Responsibilities of Fresh Meat Butcher:

• Adhere to customer requirements and internal protocols when handling, cutting, and wrapping meat and seafood selections.
• Provide assistance in training individuals who are new to the butcher or clerk job responsibilities.
• Separate whole animals or large sections into smaller cuts for retail purposes.

Requirements of Fresh Meat Butcher:

• Ability to represent and support Big Y's culture of caring while living our Mission & Vision.
• Supports Big Y's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives.
• Must be proficient in ordering for the entire sales areas of both the meat and seafood departments.
• Must project a clean and professional appearance.
• Ability to operate within company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Willingness to cross train and learn other areas as needed.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule in accordance with the needs of the store.
• Must have completed Meat/Seafood Butcher and Culinary Training Program and/or passed a meat skills test.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.