Butcher Specialist

2 weeks ago

San Francisco, California, United States Gus's Community Market Full time

Position Overview

As a vital member of the Meat and Seafood Department, the butcher specialist is dedicated to delivering outstanding service and high-quality products to our valued customers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver exceptional, friendly, and knowledgeable customer service, ensuring customer satisfaction is our top priority.
  • Adhere to all weights and measures regulations.
  • Organize and maintain the meat, poultry, and seafood display cases.
  • Assist customers in selecting the finest products for their culinary needs.
  • Ensure proper rotation of stock in the refrigeration and freezer units.
  • Follow instructions and procedures from the head butcher diligently.
  • Maintain a clean and sanitary workspace at all times.
  • Keep all equipment, including saws and grinders, in a clean and hygienic condition.
Qualifications
  • Preferred 2-4 years of prior experience in butchery.
  • Some experience with seafood is advantageous.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of various cuts of beef, lamb, pork, and poultry.
  • Understanding of profit margins and how to manage them during cutting and trimming.
  • Exceptional knife skills are essential.
  • Food Safety Certification is preferred.
  • Diverse culinary skills are a plus.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with English-speaking customers.
  • Exhibit the highest standards of knife safety.
  • Provide excellent customer service while ensuring a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
  • Commitment to quality products, supporting local suppliers, and promoting environmental responsibility.
  • A sense of humor and a passion for engaging with customers.
  • Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, is preferred.
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • In an 8-hour workday: standing/walking for 6-8 hours.
  • Hand use includes single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
  • Job requires bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching motions.
  • Exposure to varying temperatures: below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators), and above 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Ability to work in a wet and cold environment.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
This job description outlines the general requirements of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.

Company Overview
At Gus's Community Market, we view our markets as community hubs, fostering relationships that last for generations. For over three decades, we have been committed to providing quality products, supporting local vendors, advocating for environmental sustainability, and creating a nurturing workplace for our staff. Our core values, instilled by our founders, guide us as we evolve while remaining true to the essence of a neighborhood market. We take pride in offering a diverse range of products that cater to every taste and budget, and we cherish our long-standing relationships with our vendors. We respect our employees and strive to provide them with sustainable livelihoods, actively participating in community initiatives such as local fundraising efforts.

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