Job Description
Job DescriptionJob Summary
We are seeking an experienced and dependable Meat Cutter / Butcher to join our meat processing team. The Meat Cutter/Butcher will be responsible for cutting, trimming, portioning, and preparing beef and other meat products according to customer specifications and production requirements. The ideal candidate has previous experience working with knives and meat-processing equipment, understands proper food-safety procedures, and can maintain accuracy and productivity in a fast-paced, refrigerated processing environment.
Essential Responsibilities
- Cut, trim, debone, portion, and prepare beef and other meat products according to specifications.
- Use knives, saws, grinders, and other meat-processing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Perform precise cuts while maintaining consistent product size, weight, and appearance.
- Follow production orders, customer specifications, and established cutting procedures.
- Inspect meat for quality, freshness, defects, and proper presentation.
- Remove excess fat, bones, and unwanted portions while minimizing product waste.
- Weigh and portion products accurately according to customer and production requirements.
- Prepare and package meat products for further processing, storage, or shipment.
- Follow USDA, food-safety, sanitation, and company quality standards.
- Maintain a clean and sanitary workstation throughout the shift.
- Properly clean, sanitize, and maintain knives, cutting equipment, work surfaces, and processing areas.
- Follow all workplace safety procedures, including proper knife and equipment handling.
- Work efficiently while meeting daily production and quality goals.
- Communicate with supervisors and team members regarding production needs, product quality, and equipment concerns.
- Assist with other meat-processing and production duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Meat Cutter, Butcher, Meat Trimmer, or Meat Processing Worker preferred.
- Experience cutting and processing beef or other proteins preferred.
- Strong knife-handling and meat-cutting skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced food-processing environment.
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive cutting and processing tasks.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move meat products and materials as required.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
- Ability to follow food-safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Skills
- Beef cutting and trimming
- Meat fabrication
- Deboning
- Portion control
- Knife handling
- Meat inspection and quality control
- Food safety and sanitation
- USDA processing environment
- Production and packaging
- Weight and measurement accuracy
- Waste reduction
- Meat-processing equipment operation
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and work for extended periods.
- Frequent use of hands, wrists, and arms for cutting and trimming.
- Ability to work in refrigerated/cold processing areas.
- Ability to lift and move meat products and supplies.
- Ability to safely use knives and meat-processing equipment.
- Ability to perform repetitive motions while maintaining accuracy and productivity.
Work Environment
This position works in a professional meat-processing and production environment. Employees are expected to maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, product quality, and workplace safety while meeting production requirements. San Lorenzo Foods identifies itself as a USDA-approved meat processor and provides meat products and custom-processing/prepped-ingredient services.
You should be proficient in:
- Food and Beverage Manufacturing
- Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)
- Butcher
- Deboning
- Knife Skills
- Meat Cutter
- Meat Fabrication
- Beef Cutting and Trimming