Apprentice Meat Cutter

Giant Eagle • Brentwood, NY

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About The Position

Apprentice Meat Cutters help provide customers with fresh meat products prepared and presented to their requirements. They learn to cut and package meat, prepare ground meat, and support special orders while helping maintain the meat cooler, freezer, and display case. The role also involves providing excellent customer service, supporting the Meat Lead and team, and contributing to customer loyalty and store success.

The position is suited to a team player who is eager to learn, support coworkers, and grow toward leadership. Team members are expected to prioritize safety and food handling, maintain a clean work environment, and treat customers, colleagues, vendors, and the community with respect.

Requirements

• Prior experience in the field or a related field is desired.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• No high school diploma is required.
• Team-player mindset and willingness to support coworkers.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in leadership.
• Ability to provide customer service and follow food-safety and workplace-safety procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in the field or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Learn to cut meat into smaller portions and package it for sale.
• Learn to prepare ground meat using a grinder and tray the finished product.
• Accurately record and help prepare special orders.
• Help maintain meat cooler and freezer efficiency, including unloading deliveries.
• Learn and follow code-dating procedures; rotate products and check dates to support guest safety.
• Follow procedures to help meet store out-of-stock percentage goals.
• Wrap and maintain the meat case.
• Greet customers, fill orders to their expectations, and suggest products to enhance their shopping experience.
• Provide products and services that meet internal and external customer requirements and follow company guiding principles and service standards.
• Maintain safety as a top priority for team members, guests, and products.
• Learn and retain current work methods.
• Handle products and equipment according to food-safety and safety guidelines.
• Maintain clean equipment, tables, utensils, and floors, and maintain sanitation.
• Participate in and promote an environment of diversity, inclusion, and respect for team members, customers, vendors, and the community.
• Support the Meat Lead and team and contribute to customer loyalty and store success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed