Butcher I or II

Butcher I or IILocation: Madison, WI Status: Hourly non-exempt, represented Supervision: No direct supervisory responsibility Our Mission: Willy Street Co-op is different from other grocery stores. We are proud to have a socially and environmentally responsible presence and make efforts to support local community non-profits and programs that involve food, nutrition and well-being, sustainable agriculture, cooperative education and social change. We're a group of employees who care about not only what we do but how we do it. About the Role: As a Butcher I or II in one of our meat departments, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills in meat and seafood and produce high quality meat cuts and seafood products for our customers. Who You Are: You are looking for a way to utilize your knowledge and experience in meat and seafood to serve our customers and provide them with guidance and information regarding meat and seafood. You're passionate about working in an organization that values and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion. What You'll Do: At the Butcher I level, you will learn the process and techniques necessary to create an exciting product selection at our meat and seafood counter. You'll collaborate with other members to support the operations of the department. At the Butcher II level, you will lead the efforts to support the areas listed. Cut, trim, bone, tie, and grind meats, such as beef, pork, poultry, and fish, to prepare meat in cooking formShape and tie roasts use a boning knife and twineCure, smoke, tenderize and preserve meatAssure a safe, efficient, and clean meat department, adhering to safety and cleanliness standards.Stay abreast of industry trends, natural and organic practices, recalls and warningsOrder product using SMS as needed, working with the Meat Manager to maintain proper inventory levelsAdhere to proper receiving protocols that ensure delivery quality and accurate quantities per invoiceComplete inventory and enter product loss into SMS according to established procedures and time framesMaintain effective working relations with suppliersWork closely with the Logistics staff to ensure accurate data management including inventory numbers, ingredients, recipes and correct pricingAssist as needed with daily operations, routines, and procedures. Record quantity of meat received and issued to cooks and keep records of meat transfers.Effectively use all department equipmentComply with all laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the meat departmentAssist with preparations for Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection and other inspectionsMaintain daily temperature and production logs accuratelyGreet and offer assistance to customersTreat people fairly, consistently and with respectKnow product locations in order to assist customers in finding what they need throughout the storeAbide by all Co-op policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and other company documentsParticipate in required training and meetingsPerform all other duties as assigned by a supervisor What You Bring: Your specific qualifications will determine your level as a Butcher I or Butcher II, and each level has a corresponding hourly pay rate. Each level's qualifications and pay are outlined below: Butcher I ($22.35 / hour)Prior meat department or culinary education or experience, as outlined below: A minimum of 1 year full time (2,000 hours) experience as a clerk in a meat department; ORA minimum of 1 year full time (2,000 hours) experience in protein fabrication for foodservice/restaurant (e.g., breaking down whole poultry, portion-cutting, fileting fish, grinding and sausage making, etc.); ORCompletion of 1 year (or equivalent) of a full-time formal education or training program in butchery, meat cutting, culinary arts, or a related field; ORAn equivalent combination of education and experience as outlined above.Knowledge of HACCP plan and Servsafe principlesA positive attitude and collaborative spiritOutstanding customer service skillsWillingness to be open, to learn and take on new responsibilitiesRegular, predictable attendanceEffective communication skills in EnglishAbility to read and comprehend instructionsDemonstrate accuracy and thoroughnessAbility to work independentlyAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to handle multiple demands and adhere to deadlines Butcher II ($23.75 / hour)At least 2 years of experience as a ButcherKnowledge of grades of meatKnowledge of HACCP plan and Servsafe principlesA positive attitude and collaborative spiritOutstanding customer service skillsWillingness to be open, to learn and take on new responsibilitiesRegular, predictable attendanceEffective communication skills in EnglishAbility to read and comprehend instructionsDemonstrate accuracy and thoroughnessAbility to work independentlyAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to handle multiple demands and adhere to deadlines Nice-to-Haves: It's a bonus if you have one or more of the following: Previous experience with seafoodPrevious experience working in a co-operative structure What You'll Get: Willy Street Co-op is one of Madison's best-kept secrets in terms of a great place to work. As part of a full benefits package, we offer flexible schedules and great co-workers, along with the following: Amazing health insurance benefits with low deductibles and out of pocket maximums (for full-time employees)Employer-paid dental and life insurance benefits (for full-time employees)Voluntary benefit plans, including vision and disability coverage (for full-time employees)Paid Time Off401(k) retirement plan with employer matchEmployee discount at our stores, wellness coupons, bike-to-work reimbursement, and much more! Physical Requirements: Standing, walking, bending, sitting and reachingUsing hands or fingers to handle or feelSpecific vision ability: close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and adjust to focusMust be able to lift 60 pounds Work Environment: Fast paced retail environment with food service equipment and coolers and in cold/hot working conditions (i.e. cooler or near heated surfaces). Other high to moderate noise including but not limited to computers, cash registers, paging, telephones, music and human voices. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE: The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations or the work environment change.