Meat Expert

Longo; Toronto; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible benefits

Career advancement

Team environment

Job summary

Longo’s in Canada is seeking a Meat Expert who is passionate about food and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented retail setting. The role focuses on guest-facing service, precise meat cutting, and tailored recommendations to meet guests' needs.

You will work in a dynamic store environment, contribute to displays and product knowledge, and ensure freshness and safety standards while delivering remarkable service to guests.

Qualifications

• Proficient in meat cutting across species and with good knowledge of meat cuts.
• Excellent guest service and communication skills.
• Strong teamwork and reliability in a fast-paced retail environment.
• Culinary background is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Guests in a friendly, professional manner and deliver remarkable service.
• Cut and prepare meats for display and for guest requests with precision.
• Advise Guests on cuts, portions, and preparation tips to enhance cooking outcomes.
• Assist with displays, freshness checks, stock rotation, and safety compliance.
• Support department closing procedures and maintain presentation quality.

Job description

We are looking for a Meat Expert who is passionate about food and enjoy working in a fast-paced, team environment!

Longo’s strives to provide remarkable service to Guests and look for candidates who are passionate about food and have outstanding guest service skills. If this sounds like you, come join our growing team!

Position: Meat Expert

As a Meat Expert, your primary responsibilities will include:

• As a primarily guest-facing role, the Meat Expert is responsible for engaging with Guests in a friendly and professional manner, consistently delivering remarkable service.
• Sharing your knowledge of various meat cuts and recommending appropriate options based on Guests’ preferences and serving needs.
• Expertly cutting a variety of meats across all species for both display and custom Guest requests.
• Offering suitable product substitutes and helpful suggestions to meet individual Guest needs and preferences.
• Preparing specialty and custom meat cuts to order, ensuring precision and presentation quality.
• Advising Guests on proper cutting techniques, portion sizes, and preparation tips to elevate their cooking experience.
• Offering product samples and recommendations to assist Guests in making confident, informed purchasing decisions.
• Assisting with department setup, product displays, and maintaining a visually appealing presentation.
• Assisting with department closing procedures.
• Monitoring product freshness through regular date checks and effective stock rotation.
• Adhering to all food safety, health, and workplace safety regulations.

What We're Looking For:

• Proficient in meat cutting, including all species, with expert use of a bandsaw.
• Skilled in preparing meat for both back-of-house and service case presentation.
• In-depth knowledge of meat cuts and a variety of meat types.
• Outstanding guest service skills with a warm, approachable demeanor.
• Strong understanding of raw materials, production techniques, and quality control standards.
• A dependable team player who excels in collaborative environments.
• A genuine passion for the food industry and a commitment to delivering high-quality products.
• Culinary background or experience is considered an asset

Work Environment:

• This position is based in a dynamic retail store setting.
• Availability for evening and weekend shifts is required

Why join our team:

• Competitive wages and flexible benefits
• Opportunity to advance your career
• A team that cares and treats you like family
• Culture of teamwork and collaboration
• Celebrates and rewards our Team Members

Longo’s is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability.

Note: A qualified job applicant with a disability is one who possesses the required skills, education, experience and training and who can, with reasonable accommodation, perform the essential functions of the position applied for.

If you require accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at:

Telephone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Mail: 8800 Huntington Road, Vaughan, ON, L4H 3M6