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Meat Butcher

Arteagas Food Center
Gilroy, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026

Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Meat Butcher at Arteagas Food Center, where you’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality meat products to our valued customers. This energetic position offers the opportunity to showcase your culinary expertise, knife skills, and passion for food handling. As a Meat Butcher, you will be responsible for preparing, cutting, and packaging fresh meats while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and customer satisfaction. Bring your enthusiasm and precision to a fast-paced environment that values craftsmanship and teamwork!

Duties

  • Skillfully cut, trim, and prepare various types of meat according to specifications and customer requests
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the butcher station, adhering to strict food safety standards
  • Package meat products efficiently for retail display or wholesale distribution, ensuring proper labeling and presentation
  • Assist customers with their selections, answer questions about cuts, cooking methods, and product details to enhance their shopping experience
  • Follow all food handling protocols to prevent contamination and ensure freshness throughout the process
  • Restock display cases regularly to keep products appealing and accessible for customers
  • Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals while maintaining quality and safety standards

Requirements

  • Proven experience in food production, food preparation, or kitchen environments, preferably within the food industry or restaurant setting
  • Strong knife skills with the ability to perform precise meat cutting and trimming techniques
  • Knowledge of food safety regulations and proper food handling procedures
  • Excellent customer service skills with a friendly, approachable demeanor
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Culinary experience or prior kitchen work is highly desirable
  • Basic understanding of packaging processes and product presentation standards

Join us if you’re passionate about delivering top-quality meat products with skillful craftsmanship! We value energetic individuals committed to food safety, customer satisfaction, and teamwork. This paid position offers an engaging work environment where your culinary talents can shine!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Store discount

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $23

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