About us
ARC IBERICO IMPORTS is one of the leading importers and distributors of Iberian products in Vancouver.
We specialize in Premium Spanish food, with a diverse inventory that includes rare finds such as the exclusive Cinco Jotas Acorn-Fed Ibérico Ham, ANTONIO ROMERO Productos Españoles, Premium Seafood, olive oil, fresh Iberico meat, and the finest conserves, among others.
We individually selected the best items from across Spain to provide you with a memorable experience. A mouthful of deliciousness that will transport you immediately to our beautiful country.
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Butcher with a focus on quality inspection and precision cutting. As a vital member of our team, you will play a key role in ensuring our customers receive the highest-quality meats and charcuterie products. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their culinary skills and gain valuable experience in the food industry.
Key Responsibilities:
- Cut products to our specifications and premium standards while maintaining and upkeeping safety standards.
- Ensure the quality of the received product is up to standard and dates are correct before processing.
- Maintain all standards to meet and exceed requirements.
- Package products to the client's specifications.
- Ensure tools and equipment are sterilized before the end of the shift to fulfill food safety requirements.
- Ensure proper weight, description, and date are recorded on the product's label.
- Additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience using a meat slicer, vacuum machine.
- Willingness to work with raw meat products.
- Willingness to work in a cold environment.
- Ability to perform physical tasks requiring lifting, carrying, and moving objects weighing 30+ lbs. safely and effectively.
- Physical fitness and stamina to sustain prolonged periods of activity, repetitive movements, and manual labour.
- Previous work experience is an asset
- Training will be provided.
- Commitment to safety standards and practices.
Please note:
- Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada.
- Please note that final candidates for this position may be required to undergo a confidential pre-employment background check, which may include, but is not limited to, criminal and/or credit testing.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Store discount
Flexible language requirement:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Richmond, BC V7A 4X6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)
Experience:
- Butchery: 2 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- Food Safe, SafeCheck, Food Handler or equivalent (required)
- Food Handler Certification (required)
Work Location: In person
