Fish Cutter / Butcher

Skilled Fish Cutter / Fish Butcher — Full Time / Part Time

Cod & Capers Seafood Market & Processing Facility – North Palm Beach, FL

Cod & Capers Seafood is a long‑established, family‑owned seafood market, café, and federally inspected seafood processing facility. We are known for exceptional quality, pristine product, and a commitment to doing things the right way. We are seeking a Skilled Fish Cutter / Fish Butcher to join our processing team and help us maintain the high standards our customers expect.

This is a full or part‑time position in a fast‑paced, professional environment where precision, consistency, and respect for the product are essential.

Position Overview

The Fish Cutter / Butcher is responsible for breaking down whole fish into fillets, portions, steaks, and specialty cuts with accuracy and efficiency. This role requires strong knife skills, knowledge of seafood species, and the ability to maintain yields and quality while working safely and cleanly in a federally inspected facility.

You will work with a wide variety of fresh, high‑quality seafood every day — a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their craft.

Key Responsibilities

Fish Cutting & Butchery

• Break down whole fish into fillets, portions, and specialty cuts with precision and consistency
• Maintain excellent yields and minimize waste
• Identify species, quality, and freshness indicators
• Trim, skin, pin‑bone, and prepare product to company specifications
• Follow standardized cutting procedures to ensure uniformity

Production & Workflow

• Assist with daily production needs for the market, café, and wholesale orders
• Work efficiently to meet deadlines during busy periods
• Support holiday and seasonal high‑volume production
• Communicate shortages, quality issues, or unusual product conditions to management

Food Safety & Compliance

• Follow all federal inspection standards, HACCP procedures, and internal safety protocols
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work area
• Properly store, label, and rotate product (FIFO)
• Handle knives and equipment safely and responsibly

Teamwork & Professionalism

• Work collaboratively with the processing team and management
• Maintain a positive, respectful attitude in a family‑owned environment
• Be reliable, punctual, and consistent in performance

Qualifications

• Experience cutting fish professionally is required
• Strong knife skills and understanding of seafood yields
• Ability to identify species and assess quality
• Comfortable working in a cold, fast‑paced production environment
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Dependable, detail‑oriented, and able to follow instructions

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full‑time position
• Early morning shifts typical
• Closed Sundays and major holidays
• Family‑owned, supportive workplace
• Opportunity to work with some of the freshest seafood in the region

Why Work With Us

• Stable, long‑term employment with a respected local business
• Work with high‑quality product in a clean, well‑run facility
• Be part of a team that values craftsmanship, consistency, and pride in the product
• Competitive pay based on experience

How to Apply

Please apply in person at Cod & Capers Seafood Market or submit your resume via really. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview and skills assessment.

Must have reliable transportation and be able to pass a drug test. No planned time off between October and May due to the seasonal nature of our business.

Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20