Butcher Job at Makoto, Bal Harbour, FL

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  • Makoto
  • Bal Harbour, FL

Job Description

Affiliated with  STARR Restaurants , colorful and contemporary  Makoto offers bright and spacious indoor and outdoor dining on the third floor of the luxury boutiques Bal Harbour Shops. Designed by international designer India Mahdavi, Makoto is the perfect fusion of a French Brasseire, Japanese restaurant, and an American diner, all under one roof. Chef Makoto Okuwa, a master of Edomae-style sushi, continues to reshape tradition for a savvy audience eager for something new.

Position Summary:

Makoto is seeking a skilled Butcher to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of meat and seafood fabrication, knife skills, and a passion for Japanese cuisine. You will be responsible for breaking down whole animals, filleting fish, preparing specialty cuts, and ensuring all proteins meet the highest quality standards for our sushi, robata, and kitchen stations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Butcher and portion various meats, poultry, and seafood to restaurant specifications

  • Breakdown and fillet whole fish for sushi and sashimi preparation

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitized work area in compliance with food safety standards

  • Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs to chefs and procurement team

  • Label and store all products properly to maintain freshness and reduce waste

  • Work closely with the culinary team to ensure consistency and excellence in product quality

  • Adhere to Makoto’s standards for precision, cleanliness, and presentation

Requirements:
  • 2+ years of professional butchery experience, preferably in a high-volume or fine dining kitchen

  • Experience with Japanese seafood preparation and/or robata grilling is a strong plus

  • Exceptional knife skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to work early mornings and stand for extended periods

  • Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and handle cold environments

What We Offer:
  • Competitive pay and benefits

  • Opportunity to work with premium ingredients and a world-class culinary team

  • Employee dining discounts at Makoto and other STARR Restaurants

  • Career growth opportunities within a respected restaurant group

  • Dynamic, professional, and respectful work environment

Makoto is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Job Tags

Full time, Early shift,

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