Butcher

Description

Position Summary


The Butcher will perform quality inspections, use meat grinders, knives, saws, and other tools to cut meat down into smaller portions, weigh, price, and package cuts, and ensure that displays and signage are attractive and eye-catching. You will also speak to customers to determine their needs, provide advice regarding proper cuts of meat and preparation methods, and coordinate pickups or deliveries.


POSITION SUMMARY EXPANDED:


Under the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act, ("The Unity Bill") this position is considered a "Safety-sensitive position. "Safety-sensitive" is defined to include "any job that includes tasks or duties that could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the task or others." Employees working in "safety-sensitive" roles are subject to this exception and subject to disciplinary action in the event of a positive test for marijuana or its metabolites.


Supervisor


Operations Manager


Position Supervisory Responsibilities


Supervisory Positions may include:


None


Position Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications


Ability to act courteous to other team members and customers


Ability to communicate with other team members and customers


Ability to use hand tools, stand or walk for extended periods, lift heavy items, and work in cold environments.


Education and/or Experience


High school graduate or equivalency.


Education of food preparation or meat cutting experience.


Knowledge of meat preparation techniques and cuts.


Additional training is often required.


Language Skills


English is the primary language of the company.


Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business documents, technical procedures or governmental regulations.


Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.


Mathematical Skills


Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.


Reasoning Ability


Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral, and/or diagram form.


Ability to define and solve problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.


Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in statistical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.


Job Duties

• Cutting, grinding and preparing meats for sale.
• Cleaning and maintain tools and equipment and ensuring displays and signage are accurate and attractive.
• Weighing, packaging, pricing, and displaying products.
• Keeping records, budgets and inventory.
• Reviews stock daily to determine quantities and supply need for stock and reserve purposes.
• Performing quality inspections on meats and other products.
• Negotiating and confirming orders with suppliers
• Adhering to food safety and sanitation controls
• Greeting and speaking to customers, providing advice, answering questions, and accepting orders or payments.
• Coordinating deliveries or order pickups

Essential Functions and Responsibilities


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key function satisfactorily.


Each category will be assessed on performance measurements of appropriateness, efficiency, effectiveness, and timeliness.


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key functions.


Additional Responsibilities


Seek out external resources through trainings, workshops, etc. as necessary.


Comply with OSHA regulatory requirements.


Adhere to the company's philosophy, mission, and policies and procedures.


Support the Company's goals and objectives.


Maintains a good attendance record and follows all company rules, policies and procedures.


Maintains open and effective communications with team members and customers.


Establishes and maintains excellent interdepartmental and interpersonal relationships.


Attends departmental meetings and in-services to stay current with the developments of the company.


Interpersonal Skills


Demonstrates active listening techniques.


Gains support through effective relationships.


Treats others with dignity and respect; seeks feedback.


Demonstrates honesty and integrity always in care and use of company property.


Demonstrates respect for co-workers and responds to the needs of customers by complying with company policies.