Butcher/Sausage Maker

Job Overview

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Butcher/Sausage Maker to join our vibrant food production team. In this role, you will be at the heart of crafting high-quality sausages and specialty meat products, ensuring each item meets our rigorous standards for flavor, safety, and presentation. Your expertise in food preparation and butchery will help deliver exceptional products to our customers, supporting our commitment to excellence in the food industry. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a dynamic culinary environment while contributing to a team that values quality, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Meat Cutting & Processing

• Cut, trim, debone, and prepare beef, pork, poultry, and other meats according to company standards.
• Fabricate primal and subprimal cuts into retail-ready products.
• Prepare steaks, roasts, chops, ribs, ground meats, and specialty cuts.
• Grind meat for retail sales and sausage production.
• Minimize waste through efficient cutting techniques and proper yield management.
• Ensure products meet quality, appearance, and weight specifications.

Sausage Production

• Prepare fresh, smoked, cured, and cooked sausage products.
• Weigh and mix meats, spices, seasonings, and curing ingredients according to standardized recipes.
• Operate grinders, mixers, sausage stuffers, smokehouses, tumblers, and vacuum packaging equipment.
• Stuff natural and synthetic casings.
• Link, tie, hang, smoke, cook, cool, and package sausage products.
• Monitor production processes to ensure product consistency and quality.
• Assist in developing new sausage recipes and seasonal products.

Requirements

• Previous experience in the food industry, particularly in food preparation or butchery, is highly desirable
• Knowledge of meat cutting techniques and food handling safety regulations
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of food safety standards and proper sanitation procedures
• Excellent attention to detail when packaging and labeling products
• Good communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift heavy objects, and perform repetitive tasks reliably

Join us as a Sausage Maker and become an integral part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering top-quality meat products. Your skills will help us create delicious offerings that delight our customers while ensuring safety and excellence every step of the way!

Work Location: In person