Meat Cutter — Fresh-Prep & Customer-Focused Expert

eBrandon; Brandon; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Extended Health and Dental

Employer-contributed pension plan

Job summary

Heritage Co-op in Brandon, MB is seeking a Meat Cutter - Full-Time for our Food Store Meat Department. You will prepare, cut, trim, and merchandise meat products, ensuring safety, freshness, and attractive presentation while delivering excellent customer service.

We value integrity, excellence, and responsibility. The role requires flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities for development within a member-owned cooperative.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or equivalent is preferred.
• Previous experience in meat cutting, butchery, food processing, or food retail is preferred.
• Experience operating meat cutting equipment, grinders, slicers, saws, and related tools is considered an asset.
• Food Safety Certification (FoodSafe Level 1 or equivalent) is considered an asset.
• WHMIS certification or training is preferred.
• Knowledge of safe knife handling, meat preparation, and processing techniques.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers with product selection and fulfilling custom cutting requests.
• Cut, trim, grind, and prepare various meat products according to company standards and safety requirements.
• Monitor product freshness and quality using first-in, first-out procedures.
• Maintain attractive meat displays with proper pricing and labeling.
• Follow food safety regulations, sanitation standards, WHMIS, and safety procedures.
• Assist with inventory management, ordering, waste reduction, and accurate tracking of merchandise.
• Operate meat cutting equipment safely and in accordance with policies.
• Support department operations and collaborate with team members and leadership.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Safety Certification (FoodSafe Level 1) asset

WHMIS certification preferred

Tools

Meat cutting equipment

Grinders

Slicers

Saws

Job description

Heritage Co-op in Brandon, MB is seeking a Meat Cutter - Full-Time for our Food Store Meat Department. You will prepare, cut, trim, and merchandise meat products, ensuring safety, freshness, and attractive presentation while delivering excellent customer service.

We value integrity, excellence, and responsibility. The role requires flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays, with opportunities for development within a member-owned cooperative.