Meat Associate

*Opportunity for promotion*

Company Overview: Established in 1929, Heinen’sis a leading, family-owned grocery retailer known for its premium-quality products and outstanding customer service. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, Heinen’s operates 23 locations – 18 in the Cleveland, Ohio area and 5 in the Chicago, Illinois market – supported by two distribution warehouses, a food production facility, and a corporate office located in Warrensville Heights, Ohio. Our culture is rooted in an

associate-first philosophy

, placing a strong emphasis on the well-being, development, and quality of life of every team member. We offer competitive compensation, professional development and leadership training programs, paid time off, and flexible scheduling designed to promote a healthy work-life balance. Retail Professional – Heinen’s Diamond Difference Standards: As an associate of Heinen’s there are key components to learn, implement and master. Each of these are integral to the Heinen’s Brand and to your success. These are simple behaviors that help distinguish us as the premier supermarket in Northeast Ohio and Chicago. Professional Appearance -

Ensure you present yourself, your team, your products, and your department in support of our Brand. Acknowledge -

Acknowledge customers with a smile and eye contact. Evaluate -

Develop the habit of evaluating store conditions on a continuous basis using our 5-Step QCSSS (Quality, Cleanliness, Stock Levels, Signage, and Serviceable) for excellence. Thank -

Thank each other for a job well done to reinforce positive behaviors and attitudes to support your team. Engage -

Engage customers when appropriate. R

esponsibilities: Prioritize daily work based on varying business needs. Monitor and maintain all food handling and temperature standards. Acquire and share knowledge of Meat Department such as sourcing and culinary tips. Responsible for writing orders using effective pars and planning. Responsible for working as a team in order to complete daily tasks as needed, including scanning and recording shrink, order writing, raw production, incidental cutting, stocking, rotating, and merchandising. Comply with all personal and food safety company standards. Attend required corporate meetings and training classes. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. Comply with all company policies and standards. Possess a sense of urgency and the ability to work independently to achieve daily tasks. Possess the ability to work with minimal supervision. Be production driven with the ability to work continuously on repetitive tasks, while standing. Possess the ability to frequent lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Must be willing to work the number of hours required to meet company objectives, with the understanding that occasionally business needs will require additional time. Must be willing to work the non-traditional five-day work schedule, including Saturday, Sunday, and evenings. Occasionally exposed to extreme conditions, hot or cold. Illinois Benefits Information Retirement Plan

Company-sponsored 401k plan for eligible full-time and part-time associates. 5% company match.

Healthcare Benefits

Medical and Pharmacy coverage for full-time associates. Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options, as well as Commuter Benefit options. Company-provided Dental and Vision coverage for full-time and part-time associates.

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off, including paid sick time.

Insurance

Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance.

Work-Life Balance

Flexible schedules. Biweekly scheduling for better work predictability. Closed on 7 major holidays.

Growth and Development

Daily professional development and growth opportunities, including leadership development for all associates.

Wellbeing

Company-provided associate assistance program. Family, Parental and Personal Leave options.

Discounts

20% discount on Heinen's products.

Heinen’s, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.