Butcher

Job Description

Job Description

Precision. Craftsmanship. Excellence.

At CUT by Wolfgang Puck , every exceptional dining experience begins with the highest-quality ingredients and the skilled professionals who prepare them. We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Butcher to join our culinary team and play a critical role in maintaining the premium standards that have made CUT one of New York's premier fine dining destinations.

This is an exciting opportunity for a culinary professional who takes pride in precision knife work, product integrity, and the art of whole-animal butchery in a fast-paced, luxury restaurant environment.

• Fabricate, portion, trim, and prepare premium cuts of beef, veal, lamb, pork, poultry, and seafood according to CUT standards.
• Inspect products for quality, freshness, and consistency.
• Maintain proper yields while minimizing waste and maximizing product utilization.
• Support daily production needs for service, banquets, and special events.
• Ensure all products are properly labeled, stored, and rotated following FIFO procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment in compliance with all health and safety regulations.
• Assist with inventory management, receiving, and stock organization.
• Collaborate closely with Chefs and kitchen leadership to support menu execution and operational excellence.

• 2+ years of professional butchery experience, preferably in a high-volume or fine dining environment.
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of meat fabrication techniques.
• Understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper product handling procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Work alongside some of the industry's most respected culinary professionals.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement within a world-renowned restaurant group.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Employee dining discounts.
• A culture built on hospitality, excellence, creativity, and teamwork.

If you are passionate about quality ingredients, expert craftsmanship, and being part of an elite culinary team, we invite you to apply and help deliver the exceptional standards that define CUT by Wolfgang Puck.

Disclaimer: This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.

Wolfgang Puck Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.