CASTOR AVE SAVE A LOT MEAT CUTTER

Leevers•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Meat Cutter assists the Meat Manager with the proper operation of the Meat Department and works to achieve satisfactory operating results in compliance with company procedures and policies and company goals. The role models professionalism, ethical behavior, and effective decision-making. The position may be assigned to work in more than one store. The Meat Cutter prepares, cuts, processes, packages, labels, and merchandises meat products while maintaining product quality, freshness, inventory, sanitation, and safety standards. The role also supports customer service, department operations, and positive working relationships with employees and peers. Work is generally performed in a temperature-controlled environment of 38–45 degrees.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of previous meat-cutting experience, including use of hand tools and power equipment such as knives, slicers, grinders, cubing machines, and power saws.
Comprehensive product knowledge and ability to train other meat team members.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service and leadership skills.
Dependable and flexible.
Must adhere to the uniform dress code.
Must be able to reach, bend, balance, lift, and transport objects weighing up to 30 pounds repeatedly; product may at times weigh up to 100 pounds, and heavy product must be moved with assistance.
Must be able to stand, walk, or move about for extended periods.
Must be able to push, pull, grasp, and use sawing motions for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Previous training or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and place meat cuts and products in the display counter according to company policies and procedures so they are attractive to customers.
Assist the Meat Manager in maintaining adequate inventory levels of meat products and supplies.
Enforce established programs that comply with city codes, health regulations, and weights and measures regulations, and ensure department standards are met.
Break, cut, and bone meat; make chorizo; and grind meat as required.
Ensure freshness and high product quality.
Use knives and power equipment to cut and package authorized beef, pork, and poultry items according to company policies and procedures.
Update displays and case signs appropriately, and merchandise and present meat to maximize sales.
Maintain proper date rotation for dated and undated products in display cases and storage coolers.
Wrap, weigh, and price meat cuts.
Label packages according to COOL, USDA, and company standards.
Receive, inspect, and store delivered meat to maintain the cold chain and ensure product quality.
Meet and maintain daily sanitation and quality standards.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for customers and employees.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with employees and peers.
Provide great customer service.
Protect company property, funds, and merchandise.
Work in more than one store when assigned.
Demonstrate thought leadership by quickly understanding situations, figuring things out, and resolving issues.
Demonstrate results leadership through a positive attitude, goal achievement, effective work methods, and reliable customer satisfaction.
Demonstrate people leadership by respecting and working well with managers, coworkers, and customers, sharing information, and teaching others.
Demonstrate personal leadership by following rules and policies and showing a desire to learn.