Meat Cutter I / Full Time - Cool Valley, MO

Meat CutterThe Meat Cutter ensures the store's meat department operates at the standards set by the company, driving sales and maximizing profitability. The Meat Cutter delivers the highest level of customer service and satisfaction by following the company's meat merchandising plan and trimming/preparing standard cuts of meat as outlined in the Meat Cutter Resource Manual. The Meat Cutter demonstrates excellent teamwork, interpersonal skills, and commitment to the success of the team.ResponsibilitiesWorks under the direction of the Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager and follows direction with the Meat SpecialistResponsible for leading the performance of the meat department to achieve and exceed metric goalsResponsibilities include product ordering, merchandising, productivity and maintaining control of shrink to meet company and business unit goalsResponsible for coaching and training others who complete meat related tasks within the meat departmentSets and executes all work priorities and directs the assignment of individual tasks within the meat departmentResponsible for enforcing meat policies and procedures within assigned storeUsing knives and power equipment, cuts and/or packages authorized beef, pork and poultry items according to company policies and proceduresEnsures displays and case signs are updated appropriately, and meat is presented to maximize salesMaintains proper date rotation for dated and undated products per company policy, both in the display case and in the storage coolerPrepares and places meat cuts and products in display counter according to company policy & procedures so they will appear attractive and appealing to the customersWraps, weighs and prices cuts of meatLabels packages according to COOL, USDA and company standardsReceives, inspects, and stores meat upon delivery, to maintain cold chain and ensure meat qualityEnsures excellent sanitation and quality standards are met daily and adhered to per company policyResponsible for following and executing all company policies and procedures which includes but is not limited to: COOL, Food Safety, Sanitation, Meat/Produce Scale operation, Mark Downs, Inventory Processes, Meat POG's, Meat Cutter Resource Manual, Daily Manager Signoff and Meat Cutting ListResponsibilities may include other perishable and non-perishable related duties necessary to maintain optimal store performanceProtects company property, funds and merchandiseMay be assigned to work in more than one store and other areas of the storeAbout YouMust be 18 years of ageHigh School diploma or equivalent requiredOne year of previous experience cutting meat including using hand tools and power equipment, such as knives, slicers, grinders, cubing machines and power saws preferredCompany work history will be strongly considered, including attendance, work performance, safety, policy compliance and performance managementProficiency in basic math skills required, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and divisionMust be able to read, write and speak in English. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, interpersonal skills. Language proficiency in Spanish or other languages is a plusMust be dependable and flexible, including a willingness to work in other areas of the store as needed with little or no advance noticeExcellent customer service, teamwork, and problem-solving skillsMust adhere to uniform dress codePhysical RequirementsMost work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment with a standard temperature of 38-45 degreesRequires the ability to reach, bend, twist, balance, lift and transport various objects weighing up to 30 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift; at times, product weight may reach 100 poundsRequires the ability to move heavy product with assistanceMust have the ability to stand, walk and/or move about for extended periods of timeRequires the ability to push, pull, grasp, and use sawing motions for extended periods of timeOur ValuesAbility to demonstrate, understand and apply our workplace values.Simplicity (operate) – the drive to identify root cause and innovate to remove complexity to deliver the best outcomeHeart (emotion) – the passion that drives you to get up every day and work hard to strive for excellencePerformance Excellence (mindset) – clearly defining high expectations, driving ownership of key roles and responsibilities, executing with integrity and emphasis while creating a culture of accountabilityRespect (philosophy) – taking pride in being inclusive and treating everyone who comes through the doors with respectBenefitsEligible for Team Members who are full-time or who average 30 or more hours per week are eligible for health and welfare benefitsPaid Time OffMedical InsuranceVision InsuranceDental insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramsTeam Member Referral ProgramWellbeing ProgramCareer development opportunitiesThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.