Meat Cutter

SpartanNash•Allendale, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Meat Cutter is responsible for cutting all types of meat into various cuts and preparing related products according to company and department standards for variety, size, quality, and trim. The role also supports the financial interests of the store during the work shift and completes other duties as assigned. The position works in a typical retail store environment with varied temperatures and possible exposure to outside weather conditions. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents.
Basic mathematical skills.
Suggestive selling skills and product knowledge.
Attention to detail.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.

Nice To Haves

One year of retail or other related experience preferred.
Prior experience in a Meat Cutter or Apprentice role strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Cut and weigh steaks, chops, and other meats for individual servings.
Produce value-added products according to established guidelines.
Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts into cooking cuts.
Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and make sausage and other products.
Price, date, wrap, and/or bag meat products according to established guidelines using department scales.
Fill, rotate, and merchandise shelves, cases, and displays.
Notify the manager when products or supplies need to be ordered.
Receive, unload, and stock merchandise.
Maintain familiarity with department products, including differences in price, taste, preparation, and use.
Use suggestive selling techniques with customers.
Maintain a clean, attractive, and well-stocked department.
Follow PPE and safety guidelines.
Follow food safety and cleaning expectations.
Follow guest experience guidelines.
Perform tasks in other departments as needed based on customer experience needs.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.