Block Man Mika Meats Limited

JOB POSTING N0:3

JOB POSITION: BLOCK MAN

DEPARTMENT: BUTCHERY

REPORTS TO: RETAIL CASHIER/ BUTCHERY MANAGER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Merchandising of retail meat cuts in butchery cabinets
• Ensure that meat that has been cut or processed is fresh and well packed
• Checking sell-buy dates, bloody and broken packs on butchery cabinet shelves
• To assist in receiving/offloading merchandise meant for the butchery/outlet;
• Manage in the day to day cleaning of production areas, fridges freezers and store rooms
• Maintain good/safe personal hygiene while working/preparing meat and meat related items
• Assist all customers with their requirements
• Prepare special cuts of meat ordered by customers.
• Cut, trim, bone, tie, and grind meats, such as beef, pork, poultry, and fish, to prepare in cooking form.
• Prepare and place meat cuts and products in display counter to appear attractive and catch the shopper’s eye.
• Wrap, weigh, label, and price cuts of meat.
• Receive, inspect, and store meat upon delivery to ensure meat quality.
• Shape, lace, and tie roasts, using boning knife, skewer, and twine
• Estimate requirements and order or requisition meat supplies to maintain inventories.
• Supervise other butchers or meat cutters.
• Record quantity of meat received and issued to cooks or keep records of meat sales.
• Cure, smoke, tenderize, and preserve meat.
• Negotiate with representatives from supply companies to determine order details.
• Total sales, and collect money from customers.

PREREQUISITES:

• Friendly and positive attitude
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Should have high integrity and be honest/trustworthy
• Able to coordinate multiple-tasks and manage pressure.
• Should be proactive and trainable
• Readily adjusts schedule, tasks, and priorities when necessary to meet business needs

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION:

• Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in the meat Processing Industry or any equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform job duties may be considered

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of Butchery experience.