Meat 2nd Person Cutter - Food Maxx - 6982 Sunrise Blvd., Citrus Heights, CA 95610

About Us

The Save Mart Companies is California’s largest regional, full-service grocery chain, founded over 70 years ago in Modesto, California. With 194 stores across Central and Northern California and Western Nevada under the banners Save Mart, Lucky, and Food Maxx, we serve the unique needs of our communities. Our 12,000 associates prioritize fresh, quality products at affordable prices, available in-store, online, or through home delivery and curbside pickup. We are part of The Jim Pattison Group, a family-owned, diversified holding company with a long-term strategic focus on growth and success.

About the Role

The 2nd Person Meat assists the Meat Manager in overseeing daily operations of the meat department, including product quality, merchandising, customer service, and compliance with health and safety standards. This position plays a key leadership role and may act as the department head in the Meat Manager’s absence.

Responsibilities

• Act as Department Manager in the Meat Manager’s absence, performing all managerial duties, including decision-making, at least weekly.
• Assist with ordering, inventory control, and merchandising.
• Maintain high standards of product quality, food safety, and sanitation.
• Provide excellent customer service, answering questions and making recommendations.
• Train and mentor new meat cutters and clerks.
• Operate cutting equipment safely and skillfully to ensure efficient product preparation.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, labor regulations, and safety protocols.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• No disciplinary suspension within the last 6 months (for internal candidates).
• Journeyman Meat Cutter level or minimum of 2 years of verifiable meat cutting experience (equivalent to 4,160 hours).
• Proven ability to operate meat cutting equipment safely and efficiently.
• Strong understanding of meat products, cuts, and quality standards.
• Effective communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior lead experience or butcher experience in a meat department.
• Knowledge of inventory systems and ordering procedures.
• Bilingual (a plus).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 40 lbs.
• Comfortable working in refrigerated environments for extended periods.

Pay

$30.25 per hour.