Meat Cutter Apprentice

PAQ•Greenfield, CA

12h•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 Cutter Apprentice is responsible for cutting, trimming, and preparing meat products for display and sale. This role involves ensuring high-quality standards and managing inventory. To complete the program, the apprentice must complete all required training and perform meat cutter duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic knowledge of various meat cuts and preparation techniques.
Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling.
Novice use of meat-cutting equipment and knife skills.
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.

Nice To Haves

Over three years of meat-cutting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Cut, trim, or grind to prepare meat products according to customer specifications and store standards.
Receive, inspect, properly rotate, and store meat upon delivery.
Sharpen knives and adjust cutting equipment.
Place fat trimmed off of meat in the proper location based on fat content.
Weigh and wrap meat for display at the meat counter.
Ensure all meat products are properly labeled, packaged, and displayed.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
Monitor and maintain inventory levels, ordering products as needed.
Store meat in refrigerators or freezers at the required temperatures.
Train and supervise meat handling and safety procedures.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
Provide exceptional customer service.
Perform other duties as assigned.