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. The role cuts meat and works to achieve satisfactory operating results in compliance with company procedures and policies and in support of company goals. The Meat Cutter is expected to model professionalism, ethical behavior, effective decision-making, and strong customer service. The position prepares, processes, packages, labels, displays, and merchandises meat products; supports inventory and receiving; and maintains product freshness, quality, sanitation, and safety. Work is generally performed in a temperature-controlled environment of 38–45 degrees. The role may be assigned to more than one store.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of previous experience cutting meat, including using 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.
Dependability and flexibility.
Adherence to the uniform dress code.
Ability to understand situations quickly, resolve issues, work toward goals using effective methods, satisfy customers, respect and work well with managers, coworkers, and customers, share information, teach others, follow rules and policies, and learn new things.
Ability to reach, bend, balance, lift, and transport objects weighing up to 30 pounds repeatedly throughout a shift; product may occasionally weigh up to 100 pounds, and heavy product must be moved with assistance.
Ability to stand, walk, or move about for extended periods.
Ability 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 display counters according to company policies and procedures so they are attractive to customers.
Assist the Meat Manager in maintaining adequate inventory of meat products and supplies.
Enforce established programs and help ensure compliance with city codes, health regulations, weights and measures regulations, and department standards.
Break, cut, bone, 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 display and case signs 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 cuts of meat.
Label packages according to COOL, USDA, and company standards.
Receive, inspect, and store meat deliveries while maintaining the cold chain and ensuring product quality.
Meet and maintain daily sanitation and quality standards in accordance with company policy.
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.