Meat Cutter

Co-op; Wainwright; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits plan

Company matched pension plan

Team Member Discount Program

Bonus Potential

Mental Health and Wellness Support

Professional Development and Training

Job summary

Cornerstone Co-op in Alberta is seeking a meat team member to engage with customers, cut and prepare fresh meat, and maintain high standards of quality and display.

You will rotate stock, monitor temperatures for safety, and follow all Co-op health and safety policies while supporting flexible shifts including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Customer-focused and dependable in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physically able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Engage with member-owners and customers to provide outstanding Co-op experiences.
• Prepare, cut, trim and package fresh meat products while maintaining quality and presentation standards.
• Stock, rotate and merchandise meat products for attractive displays and proper inventory rotation.
• Monitor temperatures of refrigerated and frozen cases to meet food-safety standards.
• Complete daily cleaning and sanitation logs according to Co-op standards.

Skills

Customer service

Dependable

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

What you’ll do:

• Engage and interact with member-owners and customers to provide outstanding Co-op experiences.

• Prepare, cut, trim and package fresh meat products while maintaining quality, freshness and presentation standards.

• Stock, rotate and merchandise fresh and frozen meat products to ensure attractive displays and proper inventory rotation.

• Monitor and record temperatures of refrigerated and frozen display cases to ensure food safety standards are maintained.

• Complete daily cleaning and sanitation logs in accordance with Co-op standards and food safety requirements.

• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work environment, including thoroughly cleaning and sanitizing the meat cutting room, equipment and work areas at the end of each shift.

• Follow safe food handling practices, proper equipment operating procedures, and all Co-op health and safety policies.

• Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays on a rotational basis.

• Demonstrate behaviours and actions that align with and strengthen the Co-operative’s vision, mission, values, brand, and commitment to safety.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support team operations and customer service initiatives.

Why it matters:

We need you to lead outstanding Co-op experiences.

Who you are:

• You are at least 18 years old.

• Previous meat cutting experience is considered an asset; however, we are willing to provide training to the right candidate who is eager to learn and develop their skills.

• You are customer-focused, dependable and work well independently and as part of a team.

• You are comfortable working in a refrigerated environment and are physically able to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive tasks, and regularly lift, carry and move products weighing up to 50 lbs.

• You are action oriented, customer focused and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced dynamic work environment.

• Be available to work a variety of shifts, including days, evenings, weekends, and statutory holidays on a rotational basis.

Who we are:

Here at Cornerstone, we provide meaningful and rewarding careers with the ability to learn and advance.

Whether you are starting your career, looking to re-enter the workforce, or looking for a new career opportunity, we welcome all applicants. We respectfully acknowledge that we do business on Treaty 6 territory, the traditional meeting grounds and gather place for our Indigenous neighbours and the homeland of the Metis. At Cornerstone, we embrace diversity and inclusion in an environment that promotes our values of Instills Trust, Collaboration and Customer Focused. Cornerstone Co-op proudly delivers outstanding customer service experiences to over 32,000 members from 23 different locations in communities (St. Paul, Elk Point, Two Hills, Mannville, Dewberry, Vermilion, Wainwright & Provost).

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package that includes:

• Industry-competitive compensation
• Full Benefits plan available for team members working 24 hours or more per week
• Company matched pension plan for eligible team members
• Team Member Discount Program
• Team Member Appreciation Incentives and Bonus Potential
• Mental Health and Wellness Support Programs
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Community Volunteerism Recognition Program

This position will remain open until filled.

Team Members interested in the above position are to inform their immediate supervisor of their intentions before they approach the contact person. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.