Butcher and Grocer

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The Meat Hook is a whole-animal butcher shop that specializes in pasture-raised and regeneratively raised meats. That means agriculture that focuses on soil health through raising 100% grass-fed and grass-finished beef, fully pastured heritage pigs, lamb, and poultry. 

We work to create an environment for customers and employees that is fun, informative, inclusive, and non-judgmental. Your job at The Meat Hook is integral in building community, and to the success of the business. Job description

Overview & Purpose 

Butchers are responsible for processing and merchandising whole animals including beef, pork, lamb, and poultry. Under the guidance of our Head Butcher, they work to fabricate these animals into retail cuts and value-added products. 

Working at The Meat Hook is so much more than breaking down a pig or tying fancy roasts. The best whole animal butchers are those who are just as dedicated to the less-than-glamorous tasks --such as inventory management-- because they know that without that critical consideration, the whole animal model is not sustainable.

Butchers interact directly with customers to provide engaging service and offer purchasing guidance. They represent the ethos of the company by contributing to an inclusive and friendly shopping experience. 

We source some of the best produce and grocery around. Butchers spend a portion of their week working in front of the counter to maintain a stocked and attractive retail floor.

Butchers are expected to maintain a clean and food-safe working environment. This includes daily cleaning tasks and adherence to established SOPs and HACCP monitoring procedures. 

Reports to: General Manager

Summary of Key Responsibilities:

• 40% Customer Service: Greeting customers, answering questions, offering cooking advice, and providing a friendly shopping experience.
• 30% Butchery: Fabricating whole animals into retail cuts, portioning proteins, and creating value-added products (e.g., sausage or charcuterie).
• 30% Restocking & Cleaning: Monitoring and rotating inventory (including produce and grocery items), maintaining a well-organized and attractive retail floor, and ensuring strict adherence to cleaning schedules and sanitation standards.

Schedule:  40 hours / week

Compensation:  $19-$21/hr DOE + tips

Requirements:

• Food protection training
• A positive and committed attitude

Physical Demands:

• Be able to lift at least 50 lbs and be able to push/pull a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity.
• Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Be able to stand and walk for 10 hours or more, 40 hours a week, depending on business needs.

At The Meat Hook, we believe that creating a warm and inclusive work environment is just as important as the work we do. We are committed to building a culture where people feel safe to be themselves at work and your individuality is celebrated. However you identify, we encourage you to apply! Help us build a community that we are all proud to be a part of.