Butcher
Foster Sundry
215 Knickerbocker Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11237, United States
Foster Sundry hiring Butcher in New York, NY

Foster Sundry hiring Butcher in New York, NY

Foster SundryMore Info

Full Time • Hourly ($18.00 - $25.00) plus tips
Expired: Jan 30, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details
Staff butcher position - Immediate Availability - competitive pay, pleasant working environment, good work/life balance.

Foster Sundry is a busy full-service butcher shop in Bushwick, Brooklyn, committed to sourcing humanely-farmed animals raised in the Northeastern US without the use of growth hormones, steroids, or sub-therapeutic antibiotics. We're looking for a full-time staff butcher to join our a close-knit, good-vibes-only team.
 
We are primarily a whole-animal butcher, processing several steers, lambs, and hogs in-house weekly into steaks, roasts, and value-added items. The staff butcher is an integral position at the shop. They are responsible for setting up, merchandising, and breaking down the meat counter; processing whole animals into primals and subprimals; maintaining a clean and safe work environment; providing excellent customer service; and contributing creativity and a positive attitude to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.

The core values we are seeking in any candidate for this position include a meticulous attention to detail; deep-seated dedication to food safety and sanitation; passion for food and cooking; the ability to take direction well; the ability to operate effectively both independently and as part of a team; and the culinary and butchery skills to work cleanly, quickly, and safely. Most of all, every employee of Foster Sundry must meet all customer service interactions with warmth, positivity, and a desire to help. Superlative customer service is our guiding principle.
 
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to the email listed in the posting. We will contact you for an interview and a trail if you meet the qualifications.

You can expect fair wages, paid time off, even-handed management, reliable hours, consecutive days off, and room for growth.
 
Note, this is a daytime position. All shifts are scheduled for 8 hours, and you will earn overtime for any hours worked above 40 hours per week. Shifts generally begin anytime between 7:00am and 1:00pm, and end no later than 9pm.
 
Base hourly compensation begins at $18 / hr, but average net effective compensation (including bonuses, tips, etc) is above $24 / hr for ALL employees.
 

Butcher Counter Responsibilities:

  • Unloads and processes deliveries
  • Prepares primals and sub-primals for retail sale
  • Merchandises the retail meat case for daily sale / breaks down case at end of day
  • Prepares sausage, pate, charcuterie, dog treats, and other value-added items for sale
  • Arranges special orders for customers
  • Educates customers on how to best cook and use our products.


Safety and Cleanliness Responsibilities:

  • Performs regular equipment service, cleaning, and maintenance.
  • Maintains clean, safe, and organized walk-ins and back-stock areas.
  • Adheres to the daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedule for the department.
  • Works with management to document HACCP protocols in all relevant areas of meat production.
  • Maintains compliance with store health and safety policies.
  • Adheres to store policies in line with requirements of relevant oversight bodies (including the NYC Health Dept; Ag & Markets; FDA; etc.).


General Admin Responsibilities:

  • Works with management to assess emergency situations and accidents, and ensures proper procedures are followed.
  • Communicates issues and concerns to management in a timely and confidential manner.
  • Performs other related duties as required.


Qualifications:

  • 1+ years experience in butchering whole animals.
  • Familiarity with producers and supply chain logistics for meat in the Northeast US.
  • A positive attitude and an enthusiastic desire to provide excellent customer service.
  • Ability to lift 50+ lbs and spend 8+ hours standing.
  • Passion for the principles of specialty food, local agriculture, and sustainable meat production.
  • Flexibility in scheduling, including weekends and holidays.
  • Experience working on small teams towards a common goal.
  • Desire to build something from the ground up, and make it great.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $25.00) plus tips

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Basic Knife Skills

Butchering Whole Animals

Knowledge of Producers and Supply Chain Logistics for Meat in the Northeast Us

Excellent Customer Service Skills

Food Preparation and Portioning

Physical Ability to Lift 50+ Lbs and Stand for 8+ Hours

Passion for Specialty Food, Local Agriculture, and Sustainable Meat Production

Food Slicing and Portioning

Maintaining Cleanliness and Sanitation

Ability to Work Effectively in Small Teams

Desire to Build and Improve Processes

Attention to Detail

Food Safety Practices

Cleaning / Sanitation

Working as Part of a Team

Order Fulfillment

Customer Service

Portioning

Assisting With Prep and Maintenance Tasks

Flexibility in scheduling

Product Knowledge

SERV Safe Certification

Maintaining cleanliness and organization

Food Safety and Sanitation

Culinary Skills

Meticulous and Detail Oriented

Detail Oriented

Ability to Work Efficiently

Positive Attitude

Ability to Work Standing for Long Hours

Ability to lift heavy objects

Willingness to Jump in and Help With All Tasks

Passion for Sustainable Food

Desire to Contribute to Building a Successful Establishment

Flexible scheduling

Safety and Sanitation Certification (Serv Safe)

Team Player

Self Starter

Hard Worker

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