Full-Time Meat Apprentice

SpartanNash•Grand Rapids, MI

13d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, through a global supply chain network. Its customers include national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and its own grocery stores, pharmacies, and fuel centers. The Meat Apprentice properly cuts meats into a variety of cuts and prepares related products according to company and department standards for variety, size, quality, and trim. The role contributes to the financial best interests of the store during the work shift and completes other duties as assigned. The position is located at 2181 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49506. The associate works in a typical retail store environment with varied temperatures and exposure to outside weather conditions. Noise is usually low to moderate. Travel requirements vary by assignment. The role may require lifting or moving up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally, as well as standing and walking for extended periods and frequent bending, stooping, twisting, and turning.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents.
Basic mathematical skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.

Nice To Haves

One year of retail or other related experience preferred.
Prior experience in a Meat Cutter or Apprentice role strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Cut and weigh steaks, chops, and other meats for individual servings.
Produce value-added products according to established guidelines.
Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts into cooking cuts.
Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and make sausage and other products.
Price, date, wrap, and/or bag meat products according to established guidelines using department scales.
Fill, rotate, and merchandise shelves, cases, and displays.
Notify the manager when products and supplies need to be ordered.
Receive, unload, and stock merchandise.
Maintain familiarity with department products, including differences in price, taste, preparation, and use.
Use suggestive selling techniques with customers.
Maintain a clean, attractive, and well-stocked department.
Follow PPE and safety guidelines, food safety and cleaning expectations, and guest experience guidelines.
Perform tasks in other departments as assigned based on customer experience needs.
Complete additional responsibilities as assigned.