Meat Cutter

Progressive Distributors Ltd. is seeking to fill the position of Meat Cutter.  This role requires the willingness and the ability to work in a fast-paced, frozen or refrigerated warehouse environment for extended periods.  Mature and responsible work ethics are expected of the candidate to maintain this position. The candidate is expected to work with a professional attitude and maintaining a neat appearance and hygiene at all times.  A positive attitude is required in this fast-paced warehouse environment, along with the ability to work with busy teams, under minimal supervision after completion of training.  Must be punctual, honest, reliable and hardworking.  Must speak, read, write and comprehend English fluently.

Salary range: CI$22,000-25,000.00 per annum. An attractive compensation and benefits package (including medical insurance, vacation, and pension) is being offered to the qualified candidate.  All applications received will be reviewed and only candidates meeting the mandatory requirements will be contacted for interview.

Mandatory requirements

• Must possess a minimum of 5 years professional experience in the meat and food retail industry.
• Must have experience operating meat cutting machines, i.e. meat cutting saw, meat grinder, meat tenderizer and slicer.
• Must have knowledge and understanding of most types of meat cuts, preferably all types of meat cuts, including specialty meat cuts for major customers.
• Must maintain a clean and safe environment while working efficiently to fulfill deadlines in a busy environment with minimum supervision.
• Must be willing to expand and improve in all aspects of meat handling and cutting.
• Must be willing to work with all proteins including but not limited to: Beef, pork, lamb, veal, poultry, fish.
• Must be able to work in a refrigerated environment for extended periods and lift heavy items.
• Must be able to work flexible to work day or night shifts, weekends and holidays as schedule requires.
• A strong work ethic and a positive attitude will be required.  

Application Requirements
 
• A current police record must be submitted.
• Where relevant, applicants must submit evidence of Caymanian Status or PR Certificate (confirming role as Meat Cutter).
• PR applicants should include most recent receipt showing payment of relevant PR fees.
• Married to Caymanian Certificate (if applicable