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Meat Cutter

Albertsons Companies•Fox River Grove, IL
•Onsite

About The Position

As a Meat Cutter, you prepare fresh meat products, including beef, poultry, and other items, for display. You trim, portion, package, and label products accurately, monitor freshness, and maintain product quality. You also assist customers, answer questions, and fulfill special cut requests. You help keep the meat department organized, stocked, and operating smoothly. The role involves using knives, grinders, saws, slicers, and wrapping equipment while following safety procedures. You maintain clean work areas and comply with food safety, sanitation, company, and regulatory requirements. The work may involve extended periods of standing, refrigerated environments, and lifting up to 75 pounds. This is described as an entry-level position with advancement opportunity. Starting rates are no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on location, experience, qualifications, and applicable collective bargaining agreements. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Prior meat cutting or food preparation experience is required.
  • Ability to operate power equipment such as saws, grinders, and slicers, following training and safety guidelines.
  • Knowledge of meat cuts and preparation techniques is required.
  • Ability to work in refrigerated environments and maintain sanitation standards.
  • Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Comply with company policies, including food safety, sanitation, and dress standards.
  • Customer communication skills to assist customers and fulfill special cut requests.
  • Attention to detail in portioning, packaging, labeling, and maintaining product quality.
  • Familiarity with meat preparation methods and cooking recommendations.
  • Organization and time-management skills to manage workflow and maintain orderly work areas.
  • Ability to maintain well-stocked and visually consistent meat displays.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, trim, cut, and portion beef, poultry, and other meat products for display.
  • Package and label products accurately and maintain product quality and freshness.
  • Assist customers, answer questions, and fulfill special cut requests.
  • Operate knives, grinders, saws, slicers, and wrapping equipment according to training and safety guidelines.
  • Keep the meat department organized and stocked, and maintain visually consistent displays.
  • Maintain clean work areas and follow food safety, sanitation, safety, dress, and regulatory requirements.
  • Manage workflow while keeping the work area orderly.

Benefits

  • Competitive wages paid weekly
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Associate discounts
  • Training, career growth, and development
  • Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees, including medical, dental, and 401(k) benefits
  • Vacation and paid time off
  • Benefits may include vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, paid holidays, and retirement benefits, depending on eligibility and applicable terms

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