Job Overview

We are seeking two dedicated butchers to join our dynamic team in the food industry. This role offers an exciting prospect to work in a fast-paced environment where you will be responsible for ensuring high standards of food preparation, safety, and customer satisfaction. You will play a vital role in delivering quality products and exceptional service while maintaining strict adherence to food safety regulations. Your energy, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for food will help create a welcoming atmosphere for our customers and support the overall success of our operations. Shifts will differentiate as per business need.

Core Responsibilities
Artisanal Butchery: Break down beef, pork, poultry, and lamb carcasses or primal into premium retail cuts, steaks, roasts, and specialty items.
Customer Consultations: Greet guests, recommend specific cuts for various recipes, advise on cooking techniques, and fulfill custom portion requests on demand.
Merchandising: Arrange and rotate fresh meat, marinated items,



and house-made sausages in the display case to maximize visual appeal and ensure freshness.
Shop Upkeep: Adhere to strict health codes by continuously sanitizing blocks, counters, and scales, and sharpening knives and equipment daily.

Key Requirements
Retail Experience: Proven track record in a customer-facing butcher shop or gourmet deli, with robust interpersonal communication skills.
Product Expertise: Deep understanding of meat grades, marbling, aging processes, and culinary preparation.
Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (approx. 23 kg) and stand for full shifts in a climate-controlled retail setting.
Previous Experience: previous experience with a bandsaw and slicing of meat is an asset.

Pay: $22.00-$24.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:
Barrie, ON L4M 4Z9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:
Butchery: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

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