Butcher

Job Functions:

• To understand & follow company specifications regarding portion, cut, and quality and advise Chef and Storeroom Management of any discrepancy of same
• To assist in physical loading of all meat, fish and poultry items and ensure that all items are stored & stacked as per USPH requirements.
• To report to Storeroom manager any discrepancy in goods received in a timely manner.
• To closely follow thawing cycle as specified by the Chef. remove packaging. Prep & cut meats, fish & Poultry as required by the Chef.
• maintain a clean and safe workspace, ensure that all areas of responsibility are clean and sanitized after use.
• Ensure proper documentation process as per company guideline is followed while issuing the items.
• To ensure that all utensils, cutting boards and containers are properly washed, rinsed and sanitized before and after use.
• Maintain strict adherence to protocols for preventing cross-contamination between different types of meat and other food items.
• Label the items when moved to thawing by use of butcher thawing tags. handling of returns from all areas and label them accordingly and issue the returns first.
• To maximise the yield of meats & minimize waste. rotate stock & ensure First in First Out (FIFO) is followed.
• To ensure that all Cold rooms and freezers are maintained at the recommended temperatures & any inconstancies are reported promptly to Storeroom Manager.
• Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of meat processing equipment. Report any malfunctions or maintenance needs.
• To ensure that all items are properly labelled, weighed, and stored prior to inventory. To assist the Butcher with the inventory process for all Butchery items, including a physical count of the items.
• Ensure that the preparation rooms are always properly secure, and that product is not issued without an approved Requisitions.
• Liaise with Storeroom Manager and Chef on a daily basis in regard to shortages, slow moving items, etc.
• Be willing to undergo training in the safe and efficient operation of pallet jacks to support the loading and unloading of meat supplies.
• Ensure company specified freezer jackets are worn on all occasions when entering a freezer.
• To ensure that company specified uniform is always worn, including all company directed safety gear.
• Maintain awareness of safety procedures and emergency protocols relevant to onboard operations. Participate in safety drills and training sessions as required by the ship's management.
• To assist the Storeroom management and Butcher in all areas within the storeroom as required.

Job Requirements:

• Fluency in conversational English, positive attitude, motivated.
• High school diploma and technical training in Butchery is required.
• 1+ years experience as a butcher or similar in a commercial, hospitality outlet or other Cruise Line.
• Must be familiar with different cuts of meat and ability to carve carcasses and handle whole fish.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 60 lbs and be physically strong.
• Well groomed, follows proper hygienic practices.
• Computer knowledge is advantageous.
• At least 21 years old.