Vegan Butcher Job Description

The Herbivorous Butcher strives to create small-batch, locally-sourced, all-natural vegan meat and cheese alternatives that are always fresh, flavorful, and protein-rich. We pride ourselves on a commitment to produce products of the highest quality while also creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome. We’re seeking like minded individuals who have a passion for food, helping people, and developing a sustainable business to make a positive impact on the community they live in.

We’re seeking hourly Back of House staff members for full-time (40/hrs) Tuesday thru Saturday, 5:00a - 1:30pm to join our team in March.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain a positive attitude of a high standard and quality for food and service.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Use established cooking techniques to consistently produce items in a manner that is consistent with local health department guidelines.
• Follow health and sanitation standards to properly clean dishware, equipment and kitchen facilities before, during and after service as necessary and assigned.
• Safely uses equipment and supplies to perform tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables)
• Cook items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food
• Properly handle and store raw or prepared foods and non-food supplies.
• Assist with inventory control, product stocking, rotation and waste management.
• Answer, report to and follow Kitchen Manager’s instructions

Required Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older and able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to read, write and perform simple math problems
• Able to interpret, understand and follow instructions and solve problems
• Read, understand, follow and speak basic cooking directions and standardized recipes.
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Familiar with industry’s best practices and food safety guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned by the manager on duty.

Preferred qualifications are as follows:

• Proven cooking and food preparation experience in a professional setting
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients and equipment

• Able to work well with others as a team member

Work Conditions: Vegan Butcher's duties are performed primarily in the Back-of-House department at our shop in NE Minneapolis. Work includes walking, standing for prolonged periods, and lifting products weighing up to 50 pounds.

If you’d like to apply please submit a cover letter with your resume and references by Friday February 26th to: jen@theherbivorousbutcher.com