Butcher Specialist

Crew Life at Sea is seeking a skilled Demi Chef De Partie to join our culinary team. As a key member of our kitchen staff, you will be responsible for preparing and portioning meats and poultry for cooking, ensuring accurate cuts and proper storage.

1. Meat Preparation: Utilize skilled butchery techniques to portion, trim, and prepare a variety of meats and poultry for cooking.
2. Quality Control: Maintain strict quality control standards for meat and poultry products, ensuring freshness, tenderness, and visual appeal.
3. Inventory Management: Assist in managing meat and poultry inventory, including monitoring stock levels and placing orders to ensure adequate supply.
4. Food Safety and Hygiene: Adhere to strict food safety and hygiene practices, including proper handling, storage, and labeling of meat and poultry products.
5. Culinary Support: Collaborate with the culinary team to support overall kitchen operations, including assisting with food preparation, cooking, and plating as needed.
6. Recipe Adherence: Follow recipes, portion control guidelines, and cooking techniques to maintain consistency and meet quality standards for meat and poultry dishes.
7. Equipment Maintenance: Properly operate and maintain butchery equipment, including knives, saws, grinders, and slicers.
8. Team Collaboration: Work closely with the culinary team to ensure efficient and smooth kitchen operations.
9. Cleanliness and Sanitation: Maintain a clean and organized butchery station, following sanitation protocols and conducting regular cleaning.
10. Training and Development: Continuously enhance your culinary skills and knowledge, participating in training programs and staying updated on industry trends and techniques.

1. Culinary Skills: Solid culinary skills with a focus on butchery techniques and meat preparation.
2. Butchery Expertise: Proven experience in butchery, including portioning, trimming, and handling various cuts of meat and poultry.
3. Food Safety Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
4. Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail in butchery preparation, portioning accuracy, and quality control.
5. Teamwork: Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
6. Adaptability: Willingness to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
7. Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding tasks.
8. Communication Skills: Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and communicate with suppliers.
9. Multicultural Awareness: Cultural sensitivity and ability to cater to a diverse international clientele.
10. Positive Attitude: A positive and professional demeanor with a genuine passion for culinary excellence.