Portion Cutter - Stock Yards St Louis
About The Position
THE STOCK YARDS STORY We’ve been providing chefs with expertly cut and portioned beef and pork for over 120 years, based on rigid meat-selection criteria, precise beef aging and expert trimming. Whatever your need, from white-linen presentation to casual family dining, our procurement experts will find the best-quality options that work for your budget and pack-size needs, carefully selected from our extensive meat assortment. The Meat Cutter position will prepare high quality cuts of meats according to customer specifications using company standards and adhering to all safety requirements. Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Incumbent must have the ability to work in a fast paced production environment.
- Finish time is when work is completed and could require overtime with our without notice.
- Skilled as a specialty meat cutter using knives required; minimum (1) year experience as a meat cutter.
- Knowledge of all poultry, beef, lamb, and pork products
- Knowledge of USDA grades and standards.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with band saws, laser portion machinery or other meat production equipment is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Trim and customize portions of meat products using knives, band saws or other meat production equipment.
- Count and stack on tray portions per customer and company specifications
- Label portion with supplied number product labels
- Set up cutting room as required
- Keep cutting room and surrounding area clean and sanitized.
- Follow company GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) to maintain sanitary conditions
- Work continually in a refrigerated environment 35°F- 45°F
- Complete miscellaneous other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
