Journey Meat Cutter
About The Position
Metropolitan Market seeks a knowledgeable, food-loving Meat Cutter to support product quality, presentation, merchandising, and guest service in a fast-paced grocery environment. The role balances routine work—including product management, display upkeep, and organization—with immediate guest needs. Team members are expected to uphold high-quality standards and contribute to a welcoming, service-driven environment. The Meat Cutter supports production of Meat and Seafood Department merchandise and displays, performs meat-cutting work, helps control loss and inventory, and provides product information to guests. The role may require a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.
Requirements
- At least two years of meat-cutting experience.
- Possess the appropriate license required by the state and/or county.
- Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to cut meat while helping customers simultaneously.
- High level of self-motivation and initiative.
- Ability to problem-solve and demonstrated success working in a diverse team environment.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously and produce quality output within deadlines.
- Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the meat industry and food-safety requirements, including HACCP and Department of Health guidelines.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs, including nights and weekends.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an accredited meat-cutting apprenticeship program is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Maintain high-quality standards in product management and presentation, including supporting and executing production of Meat and Seafood Department merchandising and displays.
- Perform meat-cutting responsibilities while minimizing internal and external loss and producing visually attractive merchandise.
- Provide outstanding customer service and communicate product information to increase sales, meet revenue goals, and serve guests.
- Participate in physical inventories and practice inventory control.
- Ensure high-quality products are stocked and remove and replace outdated products from sales areas daily.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 20% team member discount
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance at very low cost to team members
- Health savings accounts, subject to qualified medical plans
- Flexible spending arrangements, subject to qualified medical plans
- Company-funded disability and life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program available to all team members
- Retirement plans available to all team members
- Generous paid time off benefits
- Sick/safe leave consistent with local and state requirements
- Reduced-cost ORCA Card program for King County team members
- Education support
- Career development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
