Meat Journeyman Cutter

Niemann Foods • Carmel, IN

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About The Position

The Meat Journeyman Cutter assists customers, prepares and cuts meat, maintains quality in the fresh meat case, supports department cleanliness, and helps receive product while working safely. The role assists the Meat General Manager in creating a positive store atmosphere for customers and a positive working environment for Associates while fostering the Niemann Harvest Market culture.

The position has no supervisory responsibilities. Food Handler’s Certification is provided at store level when required by state law. The stated pay range applies to Illinois locations and depends on industry experience.

Requirements

• Six months to one year of related experience and/or training.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other Associates.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication, and ability to work with weights.
• Meat-cutting skills.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask; problem-solving skills; high energy; and adaptability.
• Regularly stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, reach, and lift or move up to 25 pounds; frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally sit, climb, balance, perform overhead lifting, taste or smell, crawl, and lift or move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to communicate with Associates and customers.
• Vision abilities include close-distance vision, focus adjustment, color distinction, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Nice To Haves

• Passion and purpose; interest in food and farming; curiosity and eagerness to learn; outgoing, people-oriented nature; genuineness; good communication and desire to share; trend awareness and a fun disposition; honesty; and comfort with technology.
• Recommended equipment and attire: slip-resistant shoes with closed toe and heel, hairnets or hats, safety cutter, pallet jack, ladder, stepladder, and uniform per store policy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver superior guest service and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Learn and use the three E’s: Engagement, Educate, Empowerment.
• Assist customers with requests and information, including special requests in a fast, friendly manner.
• Read cutting lists and cut primals to specific techniques.
• Grind meats; maintain and fill meat cases; stock meat; and rotate product properly.
• Assist the Butcher Shop Manager with inventory.
• Receive and process meat shipments correctly.
• Operate the wrapping scale and other machinery in the Meat Department.
• Clean and sanitize equipment, cases, the work area, and sales floor.
• Follow Health Code guidelines and store and department policies and procedures.
• Follow safety policies and procedures and serve as a safety role model.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Life insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Paid time off
• Retirement plans
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed