Meat Associate

Founded in 1929, Heinen’s is a premier grocery store chain noted for its quality products and outstanding customer service. With 23 stores (19 in Cleveland, Ohio and 4 in Chicago, Illinois), two distribution warehouses, one food production plant, and a corporate office in Warrensville Heights, Ohio, we emphasize an associate-first culture that prioritizes quality of life, competitive compensation, professional development, and balanced work schedules.

About the Role

As a Retail Professional at Heinen’s, you will learn, implement, and master key components that distinguish us as the premier supermarket in Northeast Ohio and Chicago. These behaviors support the Heinen’s Brand and your success:

• Professional Appearance: Present yourself, your team, your products, and your department in alignment with our Brand.
• Acknowledge: Greet customers with a smile and eye contact.
• Evaluate: Continuously assess store conditions using our 5-Step QCSSS (Quality, Cleanliness, Stock Levels, Signage, and Serviceable) for excellence.
• Thank: Reinforce positive behaviors by thanking team members for a job well done.
• Engage: Interact with customers when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize daily work based on varying business needs.
• Monitor and maintain all food handling and temperature standards.
• Acquire and share knowledge of the Meat Department, including sourcing and culinary tips.
• Write orders using effective pars and planning.
• Work as a team to complete daily tasks such as scanning and recording shrink, order writing, raw production, incidental cutting, stocking, rotating, and merchandising.
• Comply with all personal and food safety company standards.
• Attend required corporate meetings and training classes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to comply with all company policies and standards.
• Sense of urgency and ability to work independently to achieve daily tasks.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Production-driven with the ability to work continuously on repetitive tasks while standing.
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work the hours required to meet company objectives, including occasional additional time as needed.
• Willingness to work a non-traditional five-day work schedule, including weekends and evenings.
• Occasional exposure to extreme hot or cold conditions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• Paid time off.
• Balanced work schedules.