Butcher at LAVO Italian Restaurant
Part-time team members who meet the requirements are eligible for:
State Applicable Time Off
Pet Insurance
401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
Employee Assistance Program
TAO Savings Marketplace
Employee Discounts and much more!
Provide high-quality meats and services for Tao Group Hospitality. The Butcher will use meat grinders, knives, and other tools to cut meat down into smaller portions. Must weigh, marinate, execute recipes and label and proteins to ensure first in first out standard operating procedures. Butchers will work closely with Sous Chefs and Chefs to coordinate protein ordering for banquets and regular day to day portioning. Butchers must be able to read preparation lists and order requests made by kitchen management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Cutting, grinding and preparing meats for service
Cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment and ensuring labeling and stock making procedures.
Keeping records, inventory, and ordering
Performing quality inspections on meats and other products
Adhering to food safety and sanitation controls
Brines and marinades fall under the responsibility of the butchers
Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned
EDUCATION/WORKING KNOWLEDGE:
2-4 years’ experience as a butcher required
High-volume restaurant operations preferred
Education or food preparation or meat cutting experience required
Ability to use hand tools, stand or walk for extending periods, lift heavy items, and work in cold environments
Knowledge of meat preparation techniques and cuts
Strong communication, and task management
SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE
The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
Ability to write and verbally communicate
Must be able to move quickly
Must be able to push and lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment
Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment
