Meat/Seafood Clerk

About the role

Does the opportunity to work with protein foods sound exciting? Does the opportunity to learn a skilled craft and working with your hands sound like an exciting adventure? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience while working in a fast paced and friendly environment? If the thought of helping people make healthy choices in one of the fastest growing retailers is up your alley - then we need YOU to join our winning team at Sprouts Farmers Market as a Meat Clerk!

Overview of Responsibilities

• Provides a high level of customer service, practicing safe food handling procedures and a high level of product knowledge and preparation techniques.
• Receives, stores, and grinds meats; unloads and transports fresh, cured, and boxed meats and poultry from delivery truck.
• Counts and weighs incoming articles and compares results against an invoice; examines meats in storage and rotates meats to avoid aging.
• Aids customers with questions, special orders, and needs, while maintaining a positive, customer focused work environment.
• Gives customers direction of product location throughout the store, and performs and follows our “Clean as You Go” and “Fresh at 4” Programs.
• Adheres to all procedural guidelines set by the Meat Department.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age, high school diploma or equivalent, and basic math, weights, and measures knowledge.
• Dependable and reliable, with the ability to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Outgoing and friendly, with positive attitude and ability to interact with customers.
• Knowledge of weekly ads, and ability to perform general housekeeping in the department.
• Standing for up to 4 hours continuously, walking up to 2 miles per shift, lifting/carrying up to 90 lbs., using sharp knives, band saw, grinder, sausage maker, box cutter, wrapping machine, and tenderizer.

Pay and Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $17.20 - $23.20 / hour.
• Sprouts Farmers Market offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, sick time, vacation accrual, opportunities for career growth, and discounts for you and one other family member.
• Additional benefits include a 15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at Sprouts, and a variety of contests and appreciation events throughout the year.

Eligibility Requirements

• May apply for the following benefits: Bonus based on company and/or individual performance, Affordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental, and vision, Health Savings Account with company match, Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care, Company paid short-term disability coverage, Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers, Paid holidays, Get Paid Every Day! Sprouts offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible employee, you’ll be able to transfer the money you’ve already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free.

Why Sprouts?

• Grow with us! If you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts!
• Our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods, and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmer’s market setting.
• We are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and caring workplace culture. Our Team Member Resource Groups (TMRGs) Create Spaces For Connection, Support, And Growth. Every Team Member Is Welcome To Join One Or More Of Our Five Groups.