Butcher - New Venue Opening New York

Tao Group Hospitality • New York, NY

19h

About The Position

Tao Group Hospitality is hiring a Butcher for a new concept opening in early 2027 at a five-star hotel on Park Avenue in Manhattan’s NoMad district. The Butcher prepares high-quality meats and provides related services for the company. The role uses meat grinders, knives, and other tools to portion meat; weighs and marinates proteins; follows recipes; and labels and stores products according to first-in, first-out procedures. The Butcher works with Sous Chefs and Chefs to coordinate protein orders for banquets and daily portioning, and reads preparation lists and order requests from kitchen management.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience as a butcher.
• Education, food preparation experience, or meat-cutting experience is required.
• Knowledge of meat preparation techniques and cuts.
• Ability to use hand tools.
• Strong communication and task-management skills.
• Ability to write and communicate verbally.
• Ability to move quickly, stand or walk for extended periods, and push and lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to work in cold environments.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and interact professionally and courteously with customers, managers, and coworkers.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment.
• Must maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance in accordance with company standards.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in high-volume restaurant operations.

Responsibilities

• Cut, grind, and prepare meats for service.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment, and follow labeling and stock-making procedures.
• Maintain records and inventory, and handle ordering.
• Inspect meat and other products for quality.
• Follow food safety and sanitation controls.
• Prepare brines and marinades.
• Coordinate protein ordering for banquets and daily portioning with Sous Chefs and Chefs.
• Read preparation lists and order requests from kitchen management.
• Assist with or complete additional tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed