Butcher

Butcher / Meat Cutter **Honō Japanese BBQ – Dallas, TX 75252** **Job Type:** Full\-Time **Pay:** Competitive (Based on Experience) Join the Team at Honō Japanese BBQ Honō Japanese BBQ is seeking a skilled **Butcher / Meat Cutter** to join our kitchen team. We specialize in premium Japanese BBQ (Yakiniku), serving high\-quality beef, pork, chicken, and Wagyu. We are looking for someone who takes pride in precision, consistency, cleanliness, and minimizing waste. If you have experience working with premium meats and enjoy being part of a fast\-paced restaurant environment, we'd love to meet you. Responsibilities * Break down and portion beef, pork, chicken, and Wagyu according to restaurant specifications. * Maintain consistent cut sizes for quality and portion control. * Trim meat with minimal waste while maximizing yield. * Marinate and prepare meats following Honō recipes and standards. * Label, date, rotate, and store products using FIFO. * Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized butcher station. * Safely operate knives, slicers, band saws, grinders, and other meat\-processing equipment. * Assist with inventory counts and communicate low stock to management. * Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations. * Support the kitchen team as needed during service. Qualifications * 2\+ years of butcher or meat\-cutting experience preferred. * Restaurant or Japanese BBQ experience is a plus. * Knowledge of beef, pork, and poultry fabrication. * Excellent knife skills. * Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. * Able to work in refrigerated environments for extended periods. * Reliable, punctual, and detail\-oriented. * Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire). What We're Looking For * Pride in craftsmanship * Strong work ethic * Team\-first attitude * Speed without sacrificing quality * Consistency and attention to detail * Commitment to cleanliness and organization Benefits * Competitive pay based on experience * Growth