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Title:

Meat Cutter Department:

Meat/Seafood Reports to:

Meat/Seafood Manager Level:

E Position Overview:

Responsible for receiving, storing, grinding, cutting, trimming, and wrapping meat using hand tools and power equipment. Provides coverage for the meat/seafood counters to assist customers.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Cut, trim, bone, and clean meat and poultry products Monitor rotation of product to ensure product freshness Advise customers on quality, methods of handling and other factors affecting preparing, freezing and storing food Provide excellent customer service including making eye contact and following up as needed with customers Possess and share extensive knowledge of products and how they may be prepared Create displays and fill cases attractively and neatly Clean cases, shelves, and work areas to ensure safe, sanitary conditions. Clean shelves, bins, tables, coolers and floor on a regularly scheduled basis Observe all food safety/food handling protocols, including washing hands frequently, and wearing protective, flexible gloves Check Co-op email at least once per week Set standard for expected behavior in adhering to all food safety procedures Participate in department meetings and complete all required trainings for the purpose of maintaining Co-op standards Adhere to all Co-op policies, procedures and employee code of conduct Other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Experience and Attributes:

High school diploma or equivalent Ability to represent the Co-op in a positive manner Two plus years and knowledge of meat products and cutting techniques Ability to multi-task Serve Safe certification acquired as needed Excellent follow through

Equipment Used:

Knives, baler, compactor, U Boats, Pallet jack, conveyor, case opening knives, label gun, lifting belt, scales, computer and hand held scanner.

Attendance Requirements:

Flexible hours, including weekend and evening shifts. Availability to be scheduled to work any day of the week, according to department needs. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds. We share a common passion for our member-owned Co-op, communities, and for improving people's lives. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one's identity. Every point of view helps shape our success, and fostering inclusion is everyone's responsibility.