South Circle Save A Lot Meat Cutter

Leevers•Colorado Springs, CO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Meat Cutter assists the Meat Manager with the proper operation of the Meat Department, cuts and prepares meat to achieve satisfactory operating results, follows company procedures and policies, and helps execute company goals. The role is expected to model professionalism, ethical behavior, and effective decision-making. The employee may be assigned to work in more than one store. Work is generally performed in a temperature-controlled environment of 38–45 degrees. The position requires standing, walking, or moving for extended periods and repeatedly reaching, bending, balancing, lifting, and transporting objects weighing up to 30 pounds; product may sometimes weigh up to 100 pounds and must be moved with assistance. The work also involves pushing, pulling, grasping, and using sawing motions for extended periods.

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.
Able to understand issues quickly, figure things out, and resolve problems.
Able to work toward goals using methods demonstrated by store managers and satisfy customers.
Able to respect and work well with managers, coworkers, and customers.
Able to follow rules and policies and demonstrate a desire to learn.

Nice To Haves

Previous training or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare and arrange meat cuts and products in display cases 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 programs that comply with city codes, health regulations, and weights-and-measures regulations, and help ensure standards are met.
Break, cut, and bone meat; make chorizo; and grind meat as required.
Ensure product freshness and 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, 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 Leevers standards.
Receive, inspect, and store meat deliveries to maintain the cold chain and product quality.
Meet daily sanitation and quality standards and follow 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.
Follow company rules and policies, share information, and be willing to teach others.