Meat Cutter (full-time)

MEAT CUTTER

Reports to: Store Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

We are looking for a skilled Meat Cutter to join our team and ensure the highest quality meat products for our customers. In this role, you will be responsible for cutting, trimming, and preparing meat to store specifications, maintaining the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. You will work closely with other team members to ensure the meat department is stocked, organized, and ready for customer needs. Customer service is key, as you'll assist customers with their meat selections and provide expert recommendations. If you have experience with meat cutting, a passion for quality products, and a strong attention to detail, we invite you to apply and be part of our team!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cut, trim and prepare meat
• Ensure product quality
• Package and label meat
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation
• Assist with inventory management
• Ensure safety standards
• Stock and organize meat display
• Train meat cutter trainees
• Monitor temperature and storage
• 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

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
• Cutting and slicing meat
• Consistently perform repetitive tasks
• 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