Meat Cutter 2(Experienced) - [Edinburg 107]

JUNIORS SUPERMARKETS•Edinburg, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Meat Cutter 2 cuts and prepares meat and poultry products for sale in a retail or wholesale environment, ensuring quality, freshness, and customer satisfaction. The role requires greater skill and experience than a Meat Cutter 1, including performing complex cuts and operating specialized equipment. The employee may also train or guide junior staff. The position is located at Juniors #8 in Edinburg, Texas. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. At least two years of meat-cutting and processing experience is required, along with a Food Handlers Certification.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in meat cutting and processing in a retail or wholesale environment.
Demonstrated experience cutting beef, pork, poultry, and lamb.
Experience operating and maintaining meat-cutting equipment, including band saws, grinders, and slicers.
Experience with safe food-handling practices and sanitation procedures.
Strong knowledge of meat cuts, grades, and quality standards.
Ability to make precise cuts and trims according to customer specifications.
Ability to safely and efficiently operate and maintain meat-cutting equipment.
Ability to follow established safety and sanitation procedures.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and customer-service skills.
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a cold environment.
Food Handlers Certification required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive and inspect delivered meat and poultry products for quality and freshness, rejecting substandard items.
Weigh, trim, and cut meat and poultry to customer specifications using appropriate cutting techniques and tools.
Prepare ground meats, sausages, and other value-added products according to established recipes and procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized work area in accordance with sanitation and safety guidelines.
Answer customer questions, offer recommendations, and fulfill special orders.
Wrap, label, and store meat and poultry products to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
Operate and maintain meat-processing equipment, ensuring it functions properly and remains clean.
May train and guide Meat Cutter 1 employees and other junior staff.
May assist with inventory management and ordering meat and poultry products.
Follow company policies and procedures, including food-safety and hygiene requirements.
Perform other related duties as assigned; management may assign additional tasks to support store operations.
Use proper training and protective equipment for assigned tasks requiring special handling.