Meat Cutter- Northlands Food Store

Avenue.io Inc.; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits package

Total rewards program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

South Country Co-op is seeking a Meat Cutter to deliver exceptional customer service while preparing cuts of meat, poultry and seafood. You will merchandise, price and display packaged meat and in-store value-added items, and assist the Meat Manager with ordering and standards compliance.

Requirements include being 18+, 2+ years meat cutting experience, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a refrigerated environment, with availability for days,

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of two years meat cutting experience.
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Meat cutter certification preferred or willing to obtain within 12 months of employment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and handle 10–70 lbs.
• Must be on one's feet for an extended period.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Integrity and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cuts of meat, poultry, and seafood.
• Merchandise, price, and display packaged meat and value-added items.
• Assist Meat Manager with ordering and ensuring standards and procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Knife skills

Food safety

Team player

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Meat cutter certification preferred

Job description

Reporting to the Meat Manager, the Meat Cutter is responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, preparing cuts of meat, poultry, and seafood, merchandising, pricing, and displaying packaged meat and in store made value add items. The Meat Cutter also assists the Meat Manager with ordering and ensuring all meat standards and procedures are adhered to. This position practices good housekeeping and sanitation duties while maintaining department cleanliness, and safety standards and any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age and must possess a minimum of two years relevant meat cutting experience, preferably within a retail environment or an acceptable combination of education and experience.

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent; or an acceptable combination of education and experience
• Must have a minimum of 2+ years of meat cutting experience.
• Meat cutter certification preferred, or willing to obtain within 12 months of employment
• Ability to undertake primary tasks within a refrigerated temperature environment ( at 7 degrees Celsius) or in the freezer.
• Repetitive physical labour required; must be able to lift to 50 lbs. within safe work guidelines
• Ability to manually handle weights between 10-70 lbs. within safe work guidelines
• Required to be on one's feet for an extended period
• Manual dexterity and strength for cutting with knives, and operating equipment safely
• Knowledge of ordering and receiving procedures desired
• Excellent internal and external customer service skills
• High level of integrity and work ethic
• Ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn

Availability

Full availability, days, evenings and weekends required.

Why Work with Us?

At South Country Co-op, we value our team members and are committed to their well-being and success. As part of our dedication to providing a supportive working environment, we offer a range of Total Rewards:

• Employee and Family Assistance Program: Access confidential counseling, resources, and support services for you and your family.
• Team Member Volunteer Program: Get involved in community initiatives and make a positive impact through volunteer opportunities.
• Long Term Service Awards: Recognize and celebrate milestones in your career with us.
• Career and Development Opportunities: Take advantage of growth opportunities and advance your career within our organization.

South Country Co-op is proud to uphold our brand values:Customer Focused,Build Awesome Teams, andCommunicates Effectively. We offer competitive wages, opportunities for career advancement, and potential eligibility for a comprehensive benefits package, based on hours worked.

Internal candidates who have applied by Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 4:00 pm will be given first consideration, based on seniority, ability, and fitness to perform the work satisfactorily. The Internal Candidate Verification Form must be submitted as part of the application process.