Master Butcher

About Us

At FreshDirect, we are reinventing the grocery experience. Since day one, our mission has been simple: bring the best, freshest food directly from the farm to people’s home – faster, fresher, and smarter than anyone else.
We are not just a food company – we are a technology powered, customer obsessed team building the most innovative end to end food supply chain in the industry. From proprietary routing systems to our state of the art fulfillment center, every part of our business is designed to deliver unmatched quality, convenience and care.

We partner directly with farmers, fishermen, and artisans to source the highest quality ingredients, then use smart data, automation, and logistics to get them to our customers’ door at peak freshness. It’s grocery shopping reimagined and we are just getting started.
If you are passionate about innovation, care about what people eat, and want to be part of a team doing what no one else is doing, come build future of food with us.

FreshDirect is currently seeking an experienced Butcher to work in our Meat Department with a minimum of 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities and Working Conditions:

• Aid management in troubleshooting problems
• Works on assigned projects when needed
• Estimate the quantifiable characteristics of products, events or information- Estimating sizes, distances, and Quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work environment
• Estimate requirements and order of requisition meat supplies to maintain inventories
• Operates various meat department equipment and reports malfunctioning equipment for corrective action
• Request necessary product from replenishment team before running out completely
• Use processing machines (ground beef and sausage) and fabricating machines saws and packing machines
• Cut, trim, scrape and boat various cuts of meat or poultry
• Prepare special cuts of meats ordered by customers
• Shape, lace and tie roasts, using boning knife, skewer and twine
• Prepare marinated value-added items, and prepared foods
• Will be responsible for other assigned duties
• Prepare special cuts of meats ordered by customers
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• In a workday: standing/walking 6-10 hours or more
• Hand use: single grasping, fine manipulation, pushing and pulling
• Work requires the following motions: bending, twisting, squatting and reaching
• Exposure to FDA approved cleaning chemicals, loud noises, flashing lights
• Constant exposure to temperatures: <-10 degrees Fahrenheit (freezing), 32-40 degrees Fahrenheit (refrigerators)
• Ability to work in a wet and cold environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to use tools and equipment, including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other heavy machinery
• Ability to work in other areas of the business as needed

Education and Qualifications:

• Expert Knowledge with retail cuts from all different categories, species: beef/pork/veal/ lamb/gamebirds
• Apply knowledge of processes involved, production methods, and products to the nuances of everyday operation
• Recognize various cuts, sizes and species of Meat (Middle Meats/ Leg Meats, Belly Meats)
• Ability to read production screens and produce various cuts of meat for retail trade with little to no direction
• Use knives and other tools of the trade
• Must have 5 years’ experience using band saw and other power equipment used in the trade- grinders, pinners, Meat Cube Cutting Machine,
• Knowledge of assembly and disassembly of band saw
• Ability to clearly communicate in English. Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Must be willing to work overnights, early morning hours and weekends (Weekends include Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
• Ability to work in support of the meat team.
• Competent in following oral and written instructions.
• Understand production equipment care are operation
• Writes clearly and informatively. Is able to read and interpret written information.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
• Follows policies and procedures and accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Uses time effectively and efficiently.
• Meets productivity standards. Completes work in timely manner.

Note: The salary/hourly range for this role is from $23.00 to $23.00. Specific compensation for the role may vary based on many factors including but not limited to candidate experience, and skills.

Compensation: Final compensation will be confirmed during the interview process.

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy generous Paid Time Off, Safe & Sick Leave, and Paid Holidays so you can rest, reset, and spend time on what matters most.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: We’ve got you covered with medical, vision, dental, and voluntary disability benefits designed to support you and your family’s well-being.

• Future-Ready Finances: Build your future with our 401(k) plan employer match and gain peace of mind with life insurance benefits.

• Workplace You’ll Love: Our modern Bronx campus features a state-of-the-art facility, a full gym, an inviting cafeteria, and an employee market. We also provide free parking and a shuttle service from nearby MTA stations for an easy commute.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the Team member(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in this position. Position Descriptions may be subject to change as the needs of the organization change.

As an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, FreshDirect does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of their race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, marital status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Furthermore, FreshDirect will not discriminate against any applicant or employee because they are disabled, a disabled veteran, or a veteran of the Vietnam era, provided they are qualified and meets the requirements established by FreshDirect for the job.