What are the responsibilities and job description for the Garde Manger/Porter position at The Local Butcher Shop?
Garde Manger / Receiver
The Local Butcher Shop – North Berkeley • Entry-level •
Starting at $19.18/hr Tips • Full-Time • Weekends Required • Worker-Owned Co-op
Do you enjoy working with high-quality ingredients, organizing systems, and supporting a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen? Are you comfortable behind the wheel and behind the scenes? If so, you might be a great fit for the Garde Manger role at The Local Butcher Shop.
Who We Are:
The Local Butcher Shop is an award-winning, whole-animal craft butchery located at Shattuck and Cedar in North Berkeley. We source whole carcasses directly from local, sustainable farms and use every part of the animal to create a wide range of value-added products. We are also a worker-owned cooperative—ownership is available to all employees after one year of service. Our shop is friendly, fast-paced, and committed to high standards of sustainability and service.
About the Role:
We’re currently hiring for our Garde Manger position. This role is essential to keeping our systems running smoothly—receiving deliveries, organizing inventory, assisting with production, and ensuring everything is clean, labeled, and in its right place. It’s a great position for someone with strong organizational skills, a sense of responsibility, and a love for good food.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Receive and store food and non-food deliveries accurately and efficiently
- Collect and record weights and product information as needed
- Track inventory of supplies and products, and communicate restocking needs
- Transport goods to and from the shop using our delivery van
- Assist in the preparation of sausages, pâtés, deli meats, stocks, soups, and more
- Clean and maintain kitchen and storage areas in accordance with food safety standards
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Has experience in foodservice, retail, or kitchen environments
- Is organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
- Works well independently and as part of a team
- Is comfortable driving a delivery van and has a clean driving record
- Can lift and carry at least 50 lbs and work on their feet for extended periods
- Is available weekends and during holiday seasons
- Is friendly, adaptable, and eager to learn
Schedule & Compensation:
- Typical shifts are 7:30 AM–4 PM, five days per week
- Additional hours may be required around major holidays (especially November–December)
- Starting wage: $19.18/hour tips, with room for increases based on experience and performance
- Worker-ownership and profit-sharing opportunities available after one year
How to Apply:
Check us out at www.thelocalbutchershop.com to learn more—or better yet, stop by the shop and say hello.
To apply, send your resume to gm@thelocalbutchershop.com and include a few sentences about yourself and why you’d like to work with us. We look forward to meeting you!ritten communication skills
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