Meat Clerk

MEAT CLERK

Reports to: Meat Department Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

We are looking for a reliable Meat Clerk to join our team and help maintain a clean, well-organized, and fully stocked meat department. In this role, you will be responsible for cutting, packaging, and labeling meat products, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards. You will assist customers with their meat selections, provide product recommendations, and maintain a clean and sanitary workspace. As a key member of our team, you will help ensure that our customers have a positive shopping experience by offering great service and ensuring the department is always ready for the next day. If you’re detail-oriented, have a passion for customer service, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and cut meat
• Package and label meat
• Stock and organize products
• Assist customers with product selection
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation
• Monitor product freshness
• Assist with inventory management
• Ensure compliance with safety standards
• Assist with special displays and promotions
• Perform all other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Must be 18 years or older due to age-related work restrictions
• Basic knowledge of meat cuts, food safety and sanitation standards
• Prior experience in meat cutting, food handling or retail is a plus
• Ability to operate meat cutting and packaging equipment safely and efficiently
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with customers in a friendly, professional manner
• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and store polices 
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is typically performed in a grocery store environment with frequent exposure to refrigerated areas and freezers
• Exposure to sharp equipment requiring high attention to safety
• Fast-paced environment especially during peak shopping hours
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule including a variety of shifts, days, evenings, nights, and weekends including overtime, as needed
• As a condition of employment, you are required to obtain a valid Food Handler’s Safety Card within thirty (30) days of your start date. You will be responsible for completing any necessary training and certification requirements to obtain this card. Continued employment in this position is contingent upon maintaining this certification in good standing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Frequently required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Must have visual and hearing acuity
• Consistently perform repetitive tasks
• Cutting and slicing meat
• Dexterity and Hand-Eye coordination 
• Ability to use hands and fingers to reach, lift and carry 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to speak to, hear, and understand others via phone and in person in English

JOB SUCCESS FACTORS

Customer Service

• Create customer loyalty by delivering outstanding customer service, executing sales promotions, ensuring quality foods products are available to sell 

Honesty & Integrity

• Always maintain professional and ethical behaviors
• Create accurate records including Waste Logs
• Maintain confidentiality regarding private employee matters

Authenticity

• Express genuine care for the team, the customers, and the business

Maintain High Standards

• Always perform tasks to the highest standards

Positive attitude

• Take pride in executing job tasks and maintaining a clean, organized work area

Teamwork

• Maintain open communication with all co-workers
• Support team members and cooperate in providing excellent guest service

Accountability

• Listen openly to performance feedback and incorporate suggestions into work processes and attitude

Reliability

• Arrive punctual and ready to begin work assignments
• Deliver quality work product using resources and time allocated