Meat Cutter Apprentice

Meat Cutting Apprenticeship ProgramLearn to cut meat and seafood, get free college credit and gain your meat cutting license at PCC Community Markets through our full time, paid, training program.Job LocationsUS-WA-IssaquahOur CultureWe're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.Our VisionTo inspire and advance the health and well-being of people, their communities and our planetOur MissionWe ensure that good food nourishes the communities we serve, while cultivating vibrant local, organic food systemsOur ValuesWe foster high standardsWe act with integrityWe embrace stewardshipWe take action because we carePCC is a company where culture and values are at the heart of who we are and what we do. Everyone at PCC is expected to:CollaborateDemonstrate kindnessFocus on the customerInstill trustValue diversityMain Job ResponsibilitiesCommitment to participation in a 2 year apprentice program through South Seattle Community College to become certified as a meat cutter in accordance with Seattle Meat Cutters Apprenticeship programReceives on-the-job instruction and experience necessary to become a qualified journey-level meat cutterBecome knowledgeable about the theory and practice of meat cutting in accordance with the Seattle Meat Cutters Apprenticeship StandardsLearns identification of specific cuts and types of meat and fish, stocking, receiving, pricing, grinding, knife skills, proper use of all meat equipment, maintenance of tools, record keeping, ordering, merchandising, department sanitation, inventory and customer serviceProvides excellent, professional customer service.Cuts, prepares and handles all meat and seafood in accordance with PCC standardsMaintains scales, labels and signage in accordance with regulations and PCC standardsEnsures department sanitation, cleanliness and safety standards are metQualifications and SkillsExcellent communication and customer service skillsAbility to take direction and apply what is learnedBasic cooking or food preparation experience requiredMust have demonstrated experience of strong knife skillsBasic knowledge of meat and seafood preferred, especially with an emphasis on organic and sustainable practicesMust meet physical demands including standing, bending, twisting, repetitive motion and lifting up to 60lbs regularlyMust have a flexible schedule and be willing to work at multiple locations within the regionA current Food Worker Card from the Washington State Department of Health is requiredBenefits and PerksAdditional $1.50/hour Night Differential when applicable. Holiday pay.Medical, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Parental LeaveVacation Accrual – 0.06 hours per hour worked during the first 2080 hours of employmentSick Accrual – .025 hours per hour worked (Includes Union and State Accrual Rates)Pension through UFCW 3000Discounted ORCA PassStaff Discount on In-Store PurchasesFree Co-op MembershipBereavement LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramComp DetailsStarting Wage Range: $17.63-$17.83/hour