Meat Counter Associate
About The Position
Citarella is seeking an enthusiastic, dependable, and guest-focused Meat Counter Associate to join its Meat Department. The associate assists guests with the premium meat selection, maintains attractive product displays, and upholds standards of freshness, quality, and presentation. The role suits someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in quality food, and can thrive in a fast-paced retail environment. Previous meat department experience or a strong customer service background can provide a foundation for developing product knowledge as part of a team dedicated to exceptional food and service.
Requirements
- Strong guest service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Interest in premium meat products and willingness to learn different cuts, preparation methods, and quality standards.
- Basic knife skills or willingness to learn proper meat handling and preparation techniques.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic understanding of food safety and sanitation practices, or willingness to learn.
- Dependable, team-oriented, and committed to maintaining Citarella's quality and service standards.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull products and equipment as required.
- Ability to work in refrigerated and temperature-controlled environments.
- Ability to safely operate department tools and equipment while following proper sanitation procedures.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in meat retail, grocery, food service, or customer service.
Responsibilities
- Assist customers with meat selections, answer product questions, and provide knowledgeable recommendations.
- Promote department products through suggestive selling and personalized guest interactions.
- Receive, inspect, unload, and organize deliveries, ensuring products meet Citarella's quality standards.
- Stock, rotate, and replenish meat displays while maintaining freshness, presentation, and product availability.
- Assist with basic meat preparation, packaging, weighing, and labeling according to department procedures.
- Monitor product quality, storage temperatures, and inventory rotation to minimize waste and maintain freshness.
- Maintain clean, organized, and sanitized counters, display cases, equipment, and work areas.
- Follow applicable food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety standards.
- Safely handle knives, preparation tools, and cleaning supplies in accordance with company procedures.
- Collaborate with department associates and leadership to support daily operations and guest satisfaction.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, subject to eligibility.
- Dental insurance, subject to eligibility.
- Vision insurance, subject to eligibility.
- Paid time off, subject to eligibility.
- Employee discounts, subject to eligibility.
- Retirement savings options, subject to eligibility.
- Competitive wages.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
