JOB DESCRIPTION: BUTCHER/MEAT CUTTER

Do you want to make an impact? Be a part of a hard-working team? Spend your days interacting with great customers? Are you eager to learn more about local sustainable meat? Here at Two Rivers Specialty Meats we pride ourselves on being one of the best wholesale suppliers of locally sourced, sustainably raised meats. Our Shop in North Vancouver is one of a kind.
Two Rivers is a family owned and operated business. We offer a fantastic work culture where everyone is treated like family. We believe in building great relationships with our employees and giving opportunities to grow and learn within the company. We value team players who are ready and willing to learn, and who bring new ideas to the table.

REQUIREMENTS:

These are some of the qualities we look for in a team member.
§ Meets the physical requirements of the job. Lifting 30-50lbs and standing for 8 hours.
§ Great attention to detail, organization and cleanliness.
§ Strong work ethic, cooperative team player and enjoys face-to-face customer service.
§ A strong desire to learn and develop as a Meat Industry Professional.
§ Excellent communication and hospitality skills.
§ Some knowledge of food safety & handling requirements – Serving it Right required
§ A team player who can communicate and work well with coworkers.
§ Able to remain calm, courteous and organized in high pressure situations.
§ Great attention to detail, organization and cleanliness.
§ Ability to work evenings and weekends
§ Ability to read, write, and understand English.
Please understand that as a food retail business, our busiest times of the year are around the holidays, and therefore vacation time may be limited during these peak periods.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

§ Providing support in ensuring display case is clean, organized and filled within appropriate business volumes and meets and/or exceeds Company standards.
§ Assist and guide customers to create a memorable experience.
§ Learning and understanding customers’ needs and concerns and guiding them to the right meat selection and cooking technique.
§ Ensuring all products in meat case meet and/or exceed Two Rivers standards.
§ Contributing to a safe, clean, and inclusive workplace.

TASKS:

§ General butchery duties (cutting, grinding, sausage production and filling custom orders – includes whole carcass breakdown of beef, pork & lamb).
§ Taking and filling meat orders, meat wrapping.
§ Routine cleaning of The Shop and equipment/machines.
§ Assist with running food and clearing tables when business demands it.
§ Operating cash register and POS system.
§ Guiding customers through our restaurant’s menu and helping them make a great food choices.