Experienced Meat Cutter Lead Full Time

About the Role

At BJ’s Wholesale Club, we’re powered by more than 30,000 team members who make a real impact every day. Whether you're stocking shelves, solving problems, or shaping strategy, your work helps families save on what matters most. We’re a team built on purpose and opportunity.

Why You’ll Love Working at BJ’s

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future—both on and off the job.

• Weekly Pay: Get paid every week so that you can manage your money on your terms.
• Free BJ’s Memberships: Enjoy a complimentary The Club Card Membership, plus a free Supplemental Membership for someone in your household.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Flexible and Affordable Health Benefits: Choose from three medical plans, and access optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and flexible spending account options to fit your lifestyle.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Build your financial future with a company match (available to team members 18 and older).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Accumulate funds through after-tax payroll deductions that can be used to purchase shares of BJ’s common stock at a 15% discount.

Eligibility requirements vary by position.

Pay

In accordance with Pay Transparency requirements, the compensation range for this position is $22.50 - $28.13 per hour. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead Meat Department Operations: Oversee the preparation, cutting, packaging, and merchandising of fresh meat products following company guidelines.
• Oversee Production Process: Manage meat production, including slicing, weighing, packaging, and labeling of meats, cheeses, and prepared foods while adhering to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Demonstrate Full Proficiency: Execute operational functions of the department, including cutting, trimming, and preparing meat to company standards.
• Manage Inventory Proactively: Ensure proper product availability by monitoring inventory levels and executing timely replenishment to maintain in-stock conditions.
• Accurate Item Labeling: Ensure all items are accurately priced, labeled, and in compliance with company policies.
• Analyze Production and Sales: Track and analyze sales, waste, and shrink data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction.
• Sanitation and Safety Compliance: Maintain compliance with all sanitation, safety, and food handling regulations, including ServSafe guidelines, while ensuring the cleanliness and proper maintenance of meat equipment such as slicers, ovens, and refrigeration units.
• Report Operational Concerns: Escalate operational concerns, such as equipment malfunctions, stock shortages, or food safety risks, to management as necessary.
• Execute Proper Product Rotation: Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation procedures to reduce waste and maintain optimal product quality.
• Conduct Quality and Date Checks: Regularly inspect products for expiration dates and condition, removing any damaged or outdated items to uphold food safety standards.
• Seasonal Promotion Execution: Execute seasonal promotions, merchandising initiatives, and special event product displays in alignment with company guidelines.
• Support Club Initiatives: Support club-wide initiatives, including inventory audits, shrink control, and performance tracking.
• Routine Case Inspections: Conduct daily inspections of meat cases, coolers, and freezers to ensure optimal conditions and compliance with food safety standards.
• Receiving and Inspection: Assist with receiving and inspecting meat shipments to verify accuracy.
• Inventory Audit Support: Support inventory audits and reconciliation efforts to minimize shrink and maintain accurate records.
• Cooked Meat Handling: Monitor and enforce proper handling, storage, and display of rotisserie and cooked meat products.
• Product Quality Assurance: Monitor product freshness and conduct quality checks to uphold company standards.
• Team Member Engagement:
  • Demonstrate inclusive behavior, make ethical choices, and approach your work with a positive and solution-oriented mindset.
  • Foster open communication and trust to create a safe and collaborative environment.
  • Acknowledge others’ contributions, support team success, and help create a positive, encouraging work environment.
• Member Experience:
  • Ensure daily execution of GOLD Member Standards: Greet, Anticipate, Appreciate (GAA); Fast, Friendly, Full, Fresh, Clean; and Listen, Apologize, Solve, Thank (LAST).
  • Engage with Members in a friendly and helpful manner to contribute to a premium shopping experience.
  • Address Member questions or concerns promptly and escalate unresolved issues to a supervisor when necessary.
• Consistently Run Great Clubs with Great Standards:
  • Maintain Club Standards by consistently delivering GOLD Standards in your club.
  • Perform daily responsibilities with accuracy and consistency to support improvement in key performance areas and help the club meet or exceed targets.
• Achieve Financial Performance:
  • Use supplies responsibly and follow scheduling expectations to help the club stay within labor and supply goals.
  • Complete tasks efficiently and accurately and follow best practices to help drive strong club results.
  • Learn how your role impacts key club metrics and contribute to overall department performance through consistent execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including providing additional support across departments as needed.
• Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance to support operations, provide leadership coverage, and ensure smooth club execution.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in meat department operations, retail, or food service.
• Strong knowledge of meat cutting, handling, and food safety regulations.
• Ability to analyze sales and operational data to drive performance improvements.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Email).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A valid ServSafe Food Safety Certification is required and must be maintained in good standing. BJ’s covers any applicable cost associated and training.

Job Conditions

• Frequent standing and movement on hard surfaces.
• Regular lifting of up to 30 pounds; occasional heavier lifting with assistance.
• Exposure to refrigerated and damp conditions (30-40 degrees Fahrenheit).
• Ability to safely operate meat-cutting equipment and sharp tools.
• Potential exposure to cleaning agents and raw meat products.

This job description provides a general overview of the role and responsibilities. It may be updated at management’s discretion to align with business needs.