MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

Responsibilities

• Cut, grind, slice, prepare, process, trim, tenderize, seal, package, wrap, bag, price, prefabricate, date, label, scale, merchandise, sell, serve customers
• Unload trucks, sort orders, place in proper cooler location
• Wash and sanitize equipment
• Communicate with customers and fellow associates
• Sort and display meat items
• Keep sales areas, backrooms, coolers clean and organized
• Stock and organize carts, tools, and supplies
• Keep floors clean and free from clutter
• Monitor and update department temperature logs
• Check product quality and ensure proper rotation and freshness
• Provide customer service and maintain good relations
• Wait on customers promptly and cheerfully
• Increase store sales and profits

Requirements

• Willing to work weekends and holidays
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to read and understand shelf tags, signs, and product labels
• Knowledge of cleaning solutions and safe use of sharp tools and equipment
• Team player with ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Handle stressful situations calmly and positively
• Desired meat work experience or similar food preparation experience
• Past work record reflecting dependability and integrity
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, safety, and food handling

Qualifications

• Ability to work with various cleaning solutions and sharp tools
• Ability to operate certain equipment safely
• Positive attitude and ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to work in a high-paced and sometimes stressful environment
• Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, non-confrontational, and cooperative manner
• Honesty and integrity in handling customer and business information
• Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary
• Ability to interact with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults