Butcher, Prep Cook

Butcher / Prep Cook

Big Fellas is seeking an experienced, dependable kitchen professional to support daily prep, butchery, and food production standards.

We are looking for a skilled Butcher / Prep Cook who takes pride in consistent, high-quality work and understands the importance of accuracy, cleanliness, and food safety in a busy kitchen. The right candidate will follow established recipes and procedures, maintain an organized work area, recognize when prep or cleaning tasks need attention, and help keep the kitchen operating smoothly throughout the day.

Position Responsibilities

· Prepare ingredients, proteins, seafood, and kitchen items according to Big Fellas’ recipes, standards, and daily prep needs.

· Cut, portion, and handle lamb steaks, chicken, and other proteins with precision, consistency, and proper technique.

· Prepare sous vide items and other specialty prep according to established procedures.

· Handle fresh seafood and raw proteins safely, using proper storage, labeling, rotation, and sanitation practices.

· Follow all food safety, health department, and kitchen sanitation standards always.

· Wash, sanitize, and store tools, containers, buckets, equipment, and work surfaces before and after use.

· Maintain a clean, organized prep station and proactively complete closing or reset tasks without waiting to be reminded.

· Communicate clearly with management and team members regarding prep levels, product needs, quality concerns, or safety issues.

· Work efficiently and independently while staying focused on quality, organization, and kitchen flow.

· Support the team by showing up prepared, on time, and ready to contribute for each scheduled shift.

· Assist with receiving, organizing, rotating, and storing product as needed.

· Lift, move, and safely handle heavy product or kitchen items up to 100 lbs when required.

· Previous butchery, meat cutting, or high-volume food prep experience required.

· Strong knife skills and confidence working with raw proteins, seafood, and prepared ingredients.

· High attention to detail, good judgment, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions consistently.

· Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a professional attitude are essential for this role.

· Ability to stay productive during slower periods by identifying and completing necessary prep, cleaning, and organization tasks.

· Food handler certification or willingness to obtain certification preferred.

Schedule

Monday–Saturday: 6:00 AM–2:00 PM. Applicants must be available for the full schedule listed above.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is dependable, observant, organized, and committed to doing the job correctly the first time. This person understands that food safety, clean work habits, recipe accuracy, and steady attendance are essential to the success of the kitchen and the guest experience.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply with relevant kitchen, butchery, prep, or food handling experience. Big Fellas is seeking a team member who is serious about quality work, sanitation, consistency, and being a reliable part of daily operations.

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid training
• Store discount

Application Question(s):

• Please describe your butcher experience.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $30