About this role
H-Mart Edmonton is looking for an experienced, passionate, and leadership-driven *Head Butcher* to oversee our fast-paced Meat Department. As the Head Butcher, you will be the backbone of our meat operations, ensuring the highest quality Asian cuts, maintaining exceptional food safety standards, and leading a dedicated team of cutters and clerks.
If you have a deep mastery of whole-meat product and specialized retail butchery, a sharp eye for inventory control, and a knack for team leadership, we want to hear from you.
*Key Responsibilities*
* *Department Leadership:* Lead the onboarding and continuous training of apprentices, cutters, and clerks; cross-train staff on specialized cutting techniques, equipment safety, and product knowledge to build a highly skilled team. * *Master Butchery:* Expertly cut, trim, bone, and portion various meats (beef, pork, poultry) according to H-Mart standards, including specialized Asian-style cuts (e.g., thin-slicing for hot pot/KBBQ). * *Inventory & Ordering:* Monitor stock levels, place orders for raw materials, minimize waste, and implement strategies to meet gross profit margins. * *Merchandising & Sanitation: *Ensure all display cases are beautifully merchandised, accurately priced, and consistently rotated following strict FIFO (First-In, First-Out) principles, while maintaining immaculate departmental cleanliness and sanitation standards. * *Food Safety & Compliance:* Maintain a spotless workspace; strictly enforce provincial health, safety, and sanitation standards regarding tools, machinery, and meat handling.
*Qualifications*
* *Experience:* Minimum of 3 years of professional butchery experience, with a supervisory or leadership role * *Education :* Completion of secondary education is required. Completion of a college-level program in culinary management or butchery training is preferred but not mandatory. * *Technical Skills:* Expert knife skills and proficiency with commercial meat saws, grinders, and slicers. Knowledge of specialized Asian meat cuts is highly desirable. * *Leadership Style:* Strong communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to motivate a diverse team. * *Physical Capability:* Ability to work in a cold environment (refrigerated cutting rooms), stand for extended periods, and lift heavy loads (up to 50+ lbs). * *Availability:* Flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as dictated by retail business needs.
*What We Offer*
* Compensation: $38.00 ? $40.00/hr based on experience plus 4% Vacation fee * Overtime Pay: Paid overtime in accordance with Alberta employment standards for extra hours worked.
*How to Apply*
Ready to lead our team? Please send your resume and a brief introduction highlighting your butchery leadership experience to *[email protected]* with the subject line _"Application: Head Butcher ? Edmonton"_. We highly welcome you to drop off your resume in person! Please visit the H-Mart Edmonton store and ask to speak with the Store Manager.
_H-Mart is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Serious inquiries only please. _
Pay: $38.00-$40.00 per hour
Benefits: * Dental care * Discounted or free food * Extended health care * Life insurance * On-site parking * Store discount * Vision care
Work Location: In person