butcher - butcher shop

Work site environment

• Cold / refrigerated

Work setting

• Butcher shop
• Relocation costs not covered by employer
• Meat processing and / or packing plant / establishment

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

Product inspection experience

• Meat and meat products

Specialization or experience

• 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 co-ordination
• 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

Screening questions

• Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Green job

• Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes