Butcher

RUPRECHT CO•Mundelein, IL

About The Position

The Butcher will perform quality inspections, and use meat grinders, knives, saws, and other tools to cut meat down into smaller portions as requested by customers.

Requirements

Strong work ethic- Show you care about your job by working to the best of your ability.
Respectful- Show up on time, do your job duties and treat your colleagues with kindness.
Positivity- positive attitude gets things done.
Teamwork- Collaborate with your team to work efficiently.
Two years’ experience working as a butcher or food cutter in a restaurant or food manufacturer.
Able to work on your feet and work in cold (below 40 degrees) temperatures
Skilled at using knives and various meat cutting tools.
Occasional lifting up to 70 lbs

Nice To Haves

Experience using a band saw is a plus
Machine operating experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Weigh all meat items in accordance with specified procedures outlined by standard practice.
Perform the meat cutting functions (cubing steaks, traying products, cutting and processing meats, etc.).
Inform supervisor which meats will be cut during the shift.
Ensure that product is acceptable and presentable.
Meet production requirements to ensure uninterrupted operation of other departments.
Observe and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards.
Ensure a clean, neat and organized work area.
Follow all rules / guidelines / GMP’s. (Good Manufacturing Practices)
Performs other duties as assigned