butcher - butcher shop

Posted on March 08, 2025 by Employer details Sumas Mountain Farms

Job details

Butcher - Butcher Shop

Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Work site environment: Cold/refrigerated. Work setting: Butcher shop. Relocation costs not covered by employer. Meat processing and/or packing plant/establishment.

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Clean meats to prepare for processing or cutting
• Cut carcasses, sides and quarters
• Cut, trim and prepare standard cuts of meat
• Wrap and package prepared meats
• Remove bones from meat
• Weigh meats for sale
• Cut poultry into parts
• Grind meats
• Make special sausages
• Manually pack goods into bags and boxes or other containers
• Clean machines and immediate work areas
• Check products and packaging for basic quality defects
• Food safety/handling skills

Experience and Specialization

Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years in meat and meat products. Specialization or experience in the green economy sector.

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check

Transportation/Travel Information

• Valid driver's licence

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Fast-paced environment
• Standing for extended periods
• Attention to detail
• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Hand-eye coordination
• Repetitive tasks
• Manual dexterity
• Bending, crouching, kneeling
• Overtime required

Weight Handling

• Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
• More than 45 kg (100 lbs)

Personal Suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Reliability
• Team player

Who Can Apply for This Job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

Advertised Until

2025-03-22

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