FULL TIME BUTCHER/MEAT CUTTER

A bout the Job: Rowe Farms is a retail and wholesale provider of local, antibiotic, and hormone-free meats that are raised with the highest level of animal welfare standards while supporting a path to regenerative farming. In addition to a broad offering of meats, each of our retail stores offers local delivery and carries unique products and food items specific to each store’s local marketplace. The wholesale division of Rowe Farms sells various fresh meat and deli products to like-minded retail companies.
Some of our busy Toronto locations are looking for friendly individual with interest in sustainable farming practices and a passion for food and service.
We are looking for both full-time and part-time meat cutters.
All employees get at least two consecutive days off per week.
Full-time employees are entitled to group benefit coverage following completion of the probationary period.

Meat Cutter Responsibilities:
Work safely and in compliance with our policies and processes.
Answering customer questions, making recommendations, and generally providing strong customer service is a very high priority for this position.
Ensuring the meat cases are well-stocked with fresh, high-quality meat and poultry products for our customers.
Ensuring proper inventory control and product rotation to maximize product freshness and availability, while minimizing waste.
Work in compliance with all food handling and health & safety policies and laws, and operate equipment such as meat saws, slicers, grinders, wrapping machines, and knives.
Work positively and productively with the rest of the Rowe Farms team.
butcher apprentice or diploma in culinary arts is preferred.

• Meat cutting experience in a processing plant/environment is an asset.
• 2 years of food and beverage experience is a strong asset.
• Strong customer service experience, a positive attitude, and relationship-building skills are required.
• Ability to work well with others in a fast-paced, busy retail store.
• Knowledge of and training in workplace health and safety is an asset.
• Valid Food Handler’s and First Aid Certifications are an asset.
• Must have flexible availability.

We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity and are committed to creating a safe and respectful work environment and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.
Please note that any offer of employment may be contingent on the successful completion of a meat cutting test, positive reference, and/or background checks.

Rowe Farms
Rowe Farms is a retail and wholesale provider of local, antibiotic and hormone-free meats that are raised with the highest level of animal welfare standards while supporting a path to regenerative farming. In addition to a broad offering of meats, each of our retail stores offers local delivery and carries unique products and food items specific to each store’s local marketplace. The wholesale division of Rowe Farms sells various fresh meat and deli products to like-minded retail companies.
Olliffe Butcher Shop
A real butcher shop since 1975, Olliffe is committed to supplying our customers and some of the city's top chefs with the very best meat. Making the connection at the grass-roots level enables us to monitor the growing cycle of the animals giving the in-store butchers confidence when selling cuts “from nose-to-tail.” Our passion for good food, friendly service, and years of expertise, help customers get the best out of their meat.
We are a local, family-owned company that has proudly been serving Ontario families high quality meat since the 1970s. Started by previous generations and now run by four brothers, VG Meats is proudly local. About Rowe Farms:

Rowe Farms
Rowe Farms is a retail and wholesale provider of local, antibiotic and hormone-free meats that are raised with the highest level of animal welfare standards while supporting a path to regenerative farming. In addition to a broad offering of meats, each of our retail stores offers local delivery and carries unique products and food items specific to each store’s local marketplace. The wholesale division of Rowe Farms sells various fresh meat and deli products to like-minded retail companies.
Olliffe Butcher Shop
A real butcher shop since 1975, Olliffe is committed to supplying our customers and some of the city's top chefs with the very best meat. Making the connection at the grass-roots level enables us to monitor the growing cycle of the animals giving the in-store butchers confidence when selling cuts “from nose-to-tail.” Our passion for good food, friendly service, and years of expertise, help customers get the best out of their meat.
We are a local, family-owned company that has proudly been serving Ontario families high quality meat since the 1970s. Started by previous generations and now run by four brothers, VG Meats is proudly local.