Butcher - TAO Restaurant Las Vegas

Tao Group Hospitality•Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide high-quality meats and services for Tao Group Hospitality. The Butcher will use meat grinders, knives, and other tools to cut meat down into smaller portions. Must weigh, marinate, execute recipes and label and proteins to ensure first in first out standard operating procedures. Butchers will work closely with Sous Chefs and Chefs to coordinate protein ordering for banquets and regular day to day portioning. Butchers must be able to read preparation lists and order requests made by kitchen management.

Requirements

2-4 years’ experience as a butcher required
Education or food preparation or meat cutting experience required
Ability to use hand tools, stand or walk for extending periods, lift heavy items, and work in cold environments
Knowledge of meat preparation techniques and cuts
Strong communication, and task management
Ability to write and verbally communicate
Must have good positive energy throughout the day
Must be able to move quickly
Must be able to push and lift up to 75 lbs.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

High-volume restaurant operations preferred

Responsibilities

Cutting, grinding and preparing meats for service
Cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment and ensuring labeling and stock making procedures.
Keeping records, inventory, and ordering
Performing quality inspections on meats and other products
Adhering to food safety and sanitation controls
Brines and marinades fall under the responsibility of the butchers
Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned