Meat Cutter

PAQ • Stockton, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

PAQ, Inc. is committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We believe diverse perspectives and experiences strengthen our organization and drive better outcomes for our customers and communities. The Meat Clerk is responsible for providing prompt, courteous, and efficient customer service, maintaining the meat department's presentation, and assisting with inventory and stocking.

Requirements

• Basic understanding of meat products and cuts.
• Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling.
• Excellent customer service.
• Basic math skills for weighing and pricing.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.
• Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stocking and labeling.
• Capability to adjust to changing situations, handle multiple demands, and work with diverse personalities.
• Aptitude for making informed decisions quickly, often in high-pressure situations.
• A genuine desire to meet and exceed customer expectations, creating a positive shopping experience.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including stocking, lifting boxes, and standing for extended periods.
• Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.
• Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products.
• Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills in handling small objects.
• Maintain clear communication with customers and team members.
• Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload.
• Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided.

Nice To Haves

• Previous retail or customer service experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers in selecting meat products.
• Prepare ground meat using a meat grinder.
• Package and label meat products.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the meat department.
• Stock and rotate products to ensure freshness.
• Assist with inventory counts and ordering supplies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Pay Transparency (California)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED