HSS10 (Fry/Clay) Perishable - Meat Cutter - Full time

Joe V's Smart ShopJoe V's Smart Shop is a division of H-E-B, the largest independent food retailer in Texas. Joe V's operates nine stores throughout the Greater Houston area, with annual sales generating over 320 million dollars. Joe V's, the small store that offers BIG savings, creates possibilities for our customers and partners to live a more enriched life by providing the lowest prices and highest wages. Joe V's proudly stands by our mission to deliver the lowest grocery prices in the world for the smartest shoppers, so they can enjoy life's pleasures.ResponsibilitiesJob Summary: As a Meat Cutter, you'll help provide a well-stocked and well-maintained department while providing superior customer service. You'll prepare, package, and merchandise fresh product on a daily basis, while maintaining all department and food safety / sanitation standards.Production / Food Service:Cuts, trims, bones meat for display or as ordered by Customer, according to company standardsOperates electric grinder, saw, knife sharpener, tenderizer, slicerWeighs / wraps / labels product packages for counter display; rotates product as neededRotates product in meat cooler; ensures proper storage practicesUses MCS technology to generate production list and track "re-works"Assists customers with product questionsScans in items on Telxon for productionAssists in technical areas as neededFood Safety / Sanitation:Cleans and sanitizes display cases; properly operates / maintains equipmentComplies with H-E-B food safety and sanitation standardsComplies with department SOPs, Store operating procedures, and federal / state fresh meat regulationsCustomer Service:Provides superior customer serviceAnswers customer questions regarding products and assists them with selectionsThe responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.Qualifications & Key RequirementsAge Requirement: 18+Work Experience: 1+ years of related experience and / or trainingKnowledge/Skills/Abilities: Working knowledge of product rotation, department / Store sanitation, shrink awareness, MS Outlook (Word, Excel); Meat-cutting skills (saw, grinder); Customer service and communication skillsEducation:Licenses/Certifications:Completion of power jack trainingCompletion of Meat Cutter learning plan and certification by trainer of the Meat Cutter Final Assessment course #001289Must have completed the meat cutter training and certification within 3 months externalPhysical Demands & Working Conditions:Function in a fast-paced, retail environment, in detailed and precise tasksWork with Customers, staying attentive to their needsLift and carry moderately heavy loads (40 - 60 lbs)Frequently stand, walk, bend, reach, pivot, push / pull with arms, graspFrequently be exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme cold, and high-tech chemicalsOccasionally be exposed to wet and / or humid conditionsWhile there may be exceptions, the measurements noted are generally defined as--Constantly: 5.5+ hours per 8-hour day; Frequently: 2.5 - 5.5 hours per 8-hour day; Occasionally: 0 - 2.5 hours per 8-hour dayThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Last revised: 11/1/2012