A Meat Cutter breaks down big cuts of meat into smaller, more manageable portions generally intended for wholesale or retail sale. A standard Meat Cutter job description includes several primary duties: cutting and trimming meat, accurately weighing and portioning ready-for-sale cuts and following all safety and sanitation guidelines.
A Meat Cutter should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Meat Cutter should be able to execute:
- Breaking down large cuts of meat
- Weighing out final portions
- Packaging products for sale
- Using equipment such as slicers, scales, knives and grinders
- Curing meat and making sausages
- Fulfilling custom orders, such as cutting meat to customer specifications
A competitive Meat Cutter will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- Proficiency in using various knives and cutting tools to butcher and prepare meat
- An understanding of different cuts of meat and how to prepare them
- The ability to cut meat into specified portions accurately
- Ensuring the meat is fresh, properly stored and handled according to food safety standards
- Strong communication skills to interact with customers, take orders and provide recommendations
- Knowledge of and adherence to safety practices to prevent injuries and maintain a clean workspace
