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Job Summary
We are looking for a reliable and efficient Meat Cutter / Prep Cook to join our restaurant kitchen team.
The primary responsibility of this position is preparing and slicing meats for hot pot service using commercial meat slicing equipment. This position will also assist with general kitchen preparation, including preparing vegetables and other ingredients needed for daily restaurant operations.
We are looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with raw meat, and able to maintain consistent quality and portion standards in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Previous meat cutting or commercial meat slicer experience is preferred, but training can be provided to the right candidate with strong kitchen experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and slice beef, pork, lamb, and other meats for hot pot service.
- Operate commercial meat slicing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Maintain consistent meat thickness, portion size, and presentation according to restaurant standards.
- Trim, portion, organize, and prepare meat products as required.
- Package, label, date, and properly store prepared meat products.
- Prepare vegetables and other ingredients for daily kitchen operations.
- Assist with general food preparation and kitchen prep duties as needed.
- Monitor product quality and maintain proper stock rotation using FIFO procedures.
- Follow proper refrigeration, storage, and temperature-control procedures.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and cross-contamination prevention procedures.
- Safely clean and sanitize meat preparation equipment after use.
- Keep the meat preparation area, equipment, coolers, and work surfaces clean and organized.
- Notify kitchen management of low inventory, product quality concerns, or equipment issues.
- Assist the kitchen team with additional preparation duties when required.
Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Meat Cutter, Meat Prep Cook, Prep Cook, or similar food preparation position is preferred.
- Experience operating commercial meat slicing equipment is a strong asset.
- Restaurant, butcher shop, deli, Korean BBQ, hot pot, or other high-volume food preparation experience is an asset.
- Ability to follow portion and preparation standards consistently.
- Good understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
- Comfortable handling and preparing raw beef, pork, and lamb.
- Able to work efficiently and stay organized in a fast-paced kitchen.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
- Strong attention to cleanliness, consistency, and detail.
Pay: $18.00-$21.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
