The Butcher Shoppe

Butcher

Toronto, Canada full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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About the role

Company Overview

The Butcher Shoppe (TBS) is one of the largest meat processors in Ontario located in the Toronto area. Our meats are carefully selected for quality and consistency to achieve the highest standards for our customers. Through the timely heritage of artisanal butchery, over 100,000 lbs of meat are processed daily and fulfilled by a team of butchers who convert fresh meat to custom specifications. Our distribution network uses a fleet 45 company trucks that make over 1,000 deliveries every day to customers across Ontario including premier hotels, casinos, event venues, restaurants, and foodservice establishments. TBS also manages a complex supply chain that spans 4 continents. Our people-first philosophy has provided a strong foundation for growth. This has allowed us to expand while still staying true to our heritage of artisanal butchery. Over the past 40 years, we have grown steadily to meet the demands of the foodservice industry and now, direct-to-consumer through e-commerce and a full-service onsite Retail store.

 

Job Summary

The Butcher Shoppe’s Butchers will work in a growing food industry and acquire knowledge of custom meat preparation. Qualifying candidates will work as a meat Butcher and will deliver high quality, custom-cut meats to meet the customer’s needs and order requirements.

 

Job Qualifications and requirements 

Cuts, trims and prepares standard cuts of various meat products and specialty items for the retail counter and wholesale orders

Preparing various meat products and processed meats

Preparing products and specialty items for the retail counter & food service

Taking orders and the fulfilling of customer orders

Inventory & quality controls

Preparation, weighing, packaging, labelling, & pricing in the processing areas

Good overall personal hygiene and cleanliness practices

Strict following of required safety protocols related to Ontario Health & Safety standards including sanitation and food safety practices

Physical strength ability to lift meat and meat products (30-50 lbs lbs min.)

Excellent organization skills

Motivation for continuous improvement and learning

Mechanical, technical and general problem-solving skills

Experience in the meat industry not required

Language: English proficiency sufficient to understand job tasks, follow safety requirements, and follow directions.

Education: Completion of post-secondary education.

 

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Technology & IT Butcher Technology Mid level full-time

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Butcher role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at The Butcher Shoppe?
  3. Which of Butcher and Technology have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Butcher and Technology.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Butcher role because I can bring practical experience in Butcher and Technology, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes The Butcher Shoppe needs from this hire.

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