Purpose
The Meat Cutter ensures the stores meat department operates at the standards set by the company driving sales and maximizing profitability. The Meat Cutter delivers the highest level of customer service and satisfaction by following the companys meat merchandising plan and trimming preparing standard cuts of meat as outlined in the Meat Cutter Resource Manual. The Meat Cutter demonstrates excellent teamwork interpersonal skills and commitment to the success of the team.
Responsibilities
Using knives and power equipment cuts andor packages authorized beef pork and poultry items according to company policies and procedures
Wraps weighs and prices cuts of meat based on company and pricing guidelines
Labels packages according to COOL USDA and company standards
Ensures displays and case signs are updated appropriately and meat is merchandised and presented to set standards with a focus on maximizing sales
Assists with product ordering
Maintains proper date rotation for dated and undated products per company policy both in the display case and in the storage coolers
Prepares and places meat cuts and products in the display counter according to company procedures so they will appear attractive and appealing to the customers
Receives inspects and stores meat upon delivery to maintain cold chain and ensure meat quality
Ensures excellent sanitation and quality standards are met daily which adhere to company policy
Follows and executes all company policies and procedures which includes but is not limited to COOL Food Safety Sanitation MeatProduce Scale operation Mark Downs Inventory Processes Meat POGs Meat Cutter Resource Manual Daily Manager Signoff and Meat Cutting List
Responsibilities may include other perishable and non-perishable related duties necessary to maintain optimal store performance
Protects company property funds and merchandise
May be assigned to work in more than one store and other areas of the store
Performs other duties as assigned
About You
Must be 18 years of age or older
High School diploma or equivalent required
Experience safely using manual pallet jacks hand tools and power equipment including but not limited to knives wrappers scales slicers cubing machine and power saw where certified to cut meat preferred
Company work history will be strongly considered including attendance work performance safety policy compliance and performance management
Proficiency in basic math skills required including addition subtraction multiplication and division
Must be able to read write and speak in English. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication interpersonal skills. Language proficiency in Spanish or other languages is a plus
Must be dependable and flexible including a willingness to work in other areas of the store as needed with little or no advance notice
Excellent customer service teamwork and problem-solving skills
Must adhere to a uniform dress code
Physical Requirements
Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment with a standard temperature of 38-45 degrees
Requires the ability to reach bend twist balance lift and transport various objects weighing up to 30 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift at times product weight may reach 100 pounds
Requires the ability to move heavy product with assistance
Must have the ability to stand walk and or move about for extended periods of time
Requires the ability to push pull grasp and use sawing motions for extended periods of time
Our Values
Ability to demonstrate understand and apply our workplace values.
Simplicity operate - the drive to identify root cause and innovate to remove complexity to deliver the best outcome
Heart emotion - the passion that drives you to get up every day and work hard to strive for excellence
Performance Excellence mindset - clearly defining high expectations driving ownership of key roles and responsibilities executing with integrity and emphasis while creating a culture of accountability
Respect philosophy - taking pride in being inclusive and treating everyone who comes through the doors with respect
Benefits
Eligible for Team Members who are full-time or who average 30 or more hours per week are eligible for health and welfare benefits
Paid Time Off Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance Dental insurance Employee Assistance Programs
Team Member Referral Program Wellbeing Program Career development opportunities The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and or location.