Reserve Cut is looking to hire a passionate and talented Butcher to join our team! 

At Reserve Cut, the Butcher will be responsible for selecting, cutting, trimming, and preparing meats to ensure high-quality ingredients for our kitchen. The ideal candidate should have experience handling various types of meats, a strong understanding of food safety standards, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The Butcher must also maintain cleanliness, follow food safety regulations, and work efficiently to fulfill customer orders while collaborating with the kitchen team.

Job duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Sets ups up and breaks down prep station before and after each shift
• Maintains and cleans the meat preparation counter to reduce the risk of food contamination and adhere to food safety guidelines
• Checks product to make sure it meets Reserve Cuts’ quality standards and informs the Chef of any issues
• Prepares meat into forms ready for cooking using a variety of actions
• Properly rotates products to reduce the chance of any meat spoiling to reduce waste and loss of revenue
• Ensures all food and other items are stored properly, labeled with a date, covered, and rotated effectively
• Organize and stocks all ingredients on shelves for easy accessibility
• Produces all assigned menu dishes according to the daily prep list issued by the Chef
• Complies with nutrition, and sanitation guidelines at all times
• Works efficiently with kitchen team members and complies with company procedures and food safety standards
• Maintains a clean and clear working station to prevent cross contamination
• Performs additional tasks assigned by the Executive and Sous Chef to maintain the highest standards of food quality, cost control, and cleanliness
• Assists other stations or areas of the restaurant when requested by management
• Responsible for training new employees as assigned
• Reports to each scheduled shift on time, in uniform, and ready to work  

Job Skills

• Working understanding of meat processes and procedures
• Excellent cutting skills with the ability to bread product down into quality cuts
• Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team
• Ability to follow directions and procedures
• Possesses great time management skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to work with a sense of urgency

Qualifications:

• Current Food Handling Certification
• Open availability
• Must be able to stand, lift and/or bend for extended periods of time
• Must be able to bend and lift to 50 lbs
• Must be able to work and remain focused in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment