About the position
Harv's Butcher Shop is a whole animal butchery and processing facility located in Lancaster, KY. We are looking for highly motivated individuals interested in learning the craft of butchery. This position is designed for those who are eager to develop their skills in a hands-on environment. Apprentices will receive regular evaluations and pay increases based on their proven ability. This is a part-time paid position with shifts scheduled from Tuesday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The starting pay for apprentices is $10 per hour, with expected hours ranging from 30 to 40 per week. As an apprentice, you will have the opportunity to master various skills essential to the butchery trade. These skills include humane slaughtering, carcass breakdown into primals, retail cuts, and wholesale custom styles. You will also learn specialty sausage making, jerky making, dry aging and curing, merchandising and sales, business management, and food safety. This comprehensive training will prepare you for a successful career in the meat industry. Qualifications for this role include a strong enthusiasm for creating and eating great food, professional bearing, and effective communication skills. While previous experience in butchery is not necessary, candidates must demonstrate the ability to handle a knife confidently. A willingness to devote time and effort into learning about meat, farming practices, and the culinary arts is essential for success in this apprenticeship.
Responsibilities
- Learn humane slaughtering techniques
- Assist in carcass breakdown into primals and retail cuts
- Participate in specialty sausage and jerky making
- Engage in dry aging and curing processes
- Support merchandising and sales efforts
- Gain knowledge in business management and food safety
Requirements
- Enthusiasm for creating and eating great food
- Professional bearing and communication skills
- Endurance and physical strength
- Ability to handle a knife confidently
- Willingness to learn about meat, farming practices, and culinary arts
Benefits
- Employee discount
- Paid training
