Butcher

Job Description

Company Overview

The Butcher Shoppe (TBS) is one of the largest meat processors in Ontario located in the Toronto area. Our meats are carefully selected for quality and consistency to achieve the highest standards for our customers. Through the timely heritage of artisanal butchery, over 100,000 lbs of meat are processed daily and fulfilled by a team of butchers who convert fresh meat to custom specifications. Our distribution network uses a fleet 45 company trucks that make over 1,000 deliveries every day to customers across Ontario including premier hotels, casinos, event venues, restaurants, and foodservice establishments. TBS also manages a complex supply chain that spans 4 continents. Our people-first philosophy has provided a strong foundation for growth. This has allowed us to expand while still staying true to our heritage of artisanal butchery. Over the past 40 years, we have grown steadily to meet the demands of the foodservice industry and now, direct-to-consumer through e-commerce and a full-service onsite Retail store.

Job Summary

The Butcher Shoppes Butchers will work in a growing food industry and acquire knowledge of custom meat preparation. Qualifying candidates will work as a meat Butcher and will deliver high quality, custom-cut meats to meet the customers needs and order requirements.

Job Qualifications and requirements

Preparing various meat products and processed meats

Preparing products and specialty items for the retail counter & food service

Taking orders and the fulfilling of customer orders

Inventory & quality controls

Preparation, weighing, packaging, labelling, & pricing in the processing areas

Good overall personal hygiene and cleanliness practices

Strict following of required safety protocols related to Ontario Health & Safety standards including sanitation and food safety practices

Physical strength ability to lift meat and meat products (30-50 lbs lbs min.)

Excellent organization skills

Motivation for continuous improvement and learning

Mechanical, technical and general problem-solving skills

Experience in the meat industry not required

Language: English proficiency sufficient to understand job tasks, follow safety requirements, and follow directions.

Education: Completion of post-secondary education.