Employment Opportunity

Hiring: Farm Markets Butcher
Company: Utopia Farm Markets
Location: Feversham and Meaford, Ontario

Take a journey back to the 1920’s to a post and beam bank barn with sawdust on the floor and an outdoor gathering picnic space with cobblestone paths. Back to a time when our food was organically grown, produced, and sold locally.

Nestled among the rolling hills of Grey Highlands, the Utopia Market is a 2.5-storey, 7,600 square foot new build post and beam bank barn, with a traditional threshing door at the top of the bank and a welcoming covered front porch.

The four-season Market would sell food and products that are locally grown and produced along with value added items. Premium organic custom cut meats, premium organic vegetables and artisan breads are among the offerings ensure consumers have healthy options when it comes to deciding what to put on their table.

Local organically grown crops such as wheat, spelt, barley and oats will be processed at the local mill in Gibraltar and then will be created into delicious artisan breads and treats using traditional methods.

Utopia Farm Markets are located in Feversham and in Meaford, Ontario

As a Farm Markets Butcher your primary responsibilities are to:

• Break down, cut, trim, and package meat products including beef, pork, poultry, and lamb.
• Set up and maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing booth/display.
• Ensure all meat is handled, stored, and displayed in accordance with food safety and health regulations.
• Provide customers with information on cuts of meat, cooking techniques, and product origins.
• Weigh, label, and price meat products accurately.
• Process transactions using a point-of-sale (POS) system and handle cash/credit card payments.
• Load and unload products, equipment, and supplies before and after market hours.
• Maintain tools and equipment in proper working condition.
• Assist with inventory tracking and restocking as needed.
• Represent the farm/brand professionally, promoting its values and products.

You will be a great match if you have these skills and experience:

• Previous experience as a butcher or meat cutter (farm, retail, or processing facility).
• Canadian Certified Meat Professional Certificate (CCMP).
• Able to successfully pass a background check.
• Knowledge of AAFC meat handling and food safety regulations.
• Excellent knife skills and ability to safely operate meat-cutting equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required by market hours.
• Travel may be required between the markets.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a farmers market or similar setting.
• Passion for local, sustainable, and ethically raised meat.
• Certifications in food safety or meat handling are a plus.

APPLY: Careers - Ice River Sustainable Solutions

Apply online: Apply | Farm Markets Butcher

Please let Utopia Farm Markets know if you require accommodation during the hiring and selection process and we will work with you to make appropriate arrangements. Utopia Farm Markets  is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons. 

Note to Recruiting Agencies

Utopia Farm Markets  does not respond to unsolicited emails from third party recruiters acting on behalf of job seekers. All candidates are encouraged to create their own online profile, allowing us to reference resumes effectively and advise when opportunities match your knowledge and skills. Any profiles created by recruiters on behalf of job seeking candidates will be deleted. This practice threatens future interactions between third party recruiters and Utopia Farm Markets  recruitment.

Please mention you saw this at FoodWork.ca.