As a Value Added Producer/Sausage Maker at The Local General Store, you will be at the cutting edge of whole animal butchery in Hawaii. You will work alongside the butchers, using whole carcass beef, pork, venison, lamb, and chicken from local ranchers. You will take various raw cuts of meat and transform them into bacon, sliceable deli meats, sausages, corned beef, etc., while following Department of Health sanitation guidelines. You will be able to work with local farmers and in season produce to create soups, stews, terrines, pates, and other ready to eat products for customers. Join us, beef up our team and become an essential part of our local food system.
Our Values:
Transparency
TLGS firmly believes in being openly communicative with the community and employees - From where the products are sourced to an open book policy with current and future employees.
Learning & Listening:
TLGS does not have all the solutions and therefore is committed to seeking opportunities to continuously learn about ways to improve and empower the local food system. This includes listening to the needs of farmers, ranchers, and educators of Hawaii’s food system.
Giving Back:
TLGS is committed to “feeding” those who tirelessly work to feed their community by raising funds for organizations that help restore the local food systems, food justice, and equipment for farmers. TLGS also donates food wastes to local companies that turn it into natural fertilizer.
Sourcing:
TLGS will never compromise sourcing. TLGS always guarantees that the meat is 100% locally grown and raised. TLGS is committed to always using local fruits and vegetables in the pastry items.
What you bring to butcher’s table:
You are passionate about food and our food system here in Hawaii.
You are excited to work with local farmers and in season produce to create unique products for our customers.
You work well in a team environment with everyone working towards the same goal.
You take pride in your work.
Job Duties:
Create a variety of unique sausage offerings
Able to work with knives, meat grinder, and meat slicer
Cure and smoke bacon, ham, and other deli meats
Receive inventory and ingredients
Maintain an organized and clean work station
Refill supplies when needed
Qualifications and requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
2 years previous restaurant/cooking experience, preferred
Must be able to frequently lift, maneuver and/carry up to 75 pounds
Must have TB Clearance
Must have Food Handlers Certification (can be obtained after hiring)
Able to work weekends