Apprentice Meat Cutter

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Apprentice Meat Cutter to join their vibrant team. In this role, you will ensure customers receive the freshest meat products while delivering exceptional service that fosters customer loyalty. As part of a collaborative environment, you will learn essential skills in meat cutting and food safety, contributing to a positive shopping experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive atmosphere that values teamwork and personal development. If you are passionate about food and customer service, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• No high school diploma required; vocational training preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Cut meat to be sold to customers and maintain product freshness.
• Provide exemplary customer service and assist in special orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Meat Cutting

Food Safety

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Vocational/Technical Training

Job description

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Job Summary

Our Meat Cutter Apprentices ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service and supporting the Meat Lead, you'll make sure that our offerings and services promote guest loyalty, and growth and success for the store. As a member of our Meat Team, your primary responsibility will be to cut meat and other products for sale and ensure our customers are provided with the freshest product possible. You’ll create and sustain an exemplary customer service atmosphere to build lifelong relationship by focusing on understanding and exceeding customer needs. To thrive in this position, you should be a team player. You know that you are only successful when those around you are set up for success. You are eager to support an amazing team, have the drive to grow your career in leadership and have the ability to inspire those around you.

Job Summary

Our Meat Cutter Apprentices ensure that our guests are receiving the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service and supporting the Meat Lead, you'll make sure that our offerings and services promote guest loyalty, and growth and success for the store. As a member of our Meat Team, your primary responsibility will be to cut meat and other products for sale and ensure our customers are provided with the freshest product possible. You’ll create and sustain an exemplary customer service atmosphere to build lifelong relationship by focusing on understanding and exceeding customer needs. To thrive in this position, you should be a team player. You know that you are only successful when those around you are set up for success. You are eager to support an amazing team, have the drive to grow your career in leadership and have the ability to inspire those around you.

Job Description

• Experience Required: 0 to 6 months
• Experience Desired: Prior experience in the field or related field
• Education Desired: No High School diploma required
• Education Preferred: High School diploma or equivalent; Vocational/Technical
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Learn to cut meat to be sold to customers by taking the product out of the cooler and cutting meat into smaller sizes to be packaged for sale.
• Learn to make ground meat by putting coarse ground into grinder then traying meat.
• Accurately record and assist in preparation of special orders to ensure the customer is delighted with the finished product.
• Assist in maintaining meat cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries.
• Learn all aspects of code dating.
• Follow proper procedures to ensure store meets out-of-stock percentage goals.
• Wrap and maintain meat case.
• Rotate and check code dates on products to ensure guest safety.
• Provide products and services that meet the requirements of internal and external customers at all times, and abide by the Company's Guiding Principles, Common Purposes, and Service Credo's.
• Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work, for our Team Members, guests, and products.
• Provide exemplary customer service by greeting customers in the department and ensuring their orders are filled to meet their expectations. Meat Team Members are also expected to make suggestions to our customers to enhance their shopping experience.
• Display a commitment to learn about food and share food knowledge with fellow team members and customers.
• Learn and retain current all work methods put in place.
• Properly handle products and equipment in accordance with food safety and safety guidelines to ensure a safe shopping environment.
• Actively demonstrate appropriate suggestive selling techniques.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floor and sanitation to insure a clean and safe work environment.
• Actively participate in, and promote, an environment which embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for Team Members, Customers, Vendors, and the Community.
  
  

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food, fuel and convenience. We’re one giant family of diverse and talented Team Members. Our people are the heart and soul of our company. It’s why we strive to create a nurturing environment that offers countless career opportunities to grow. Deep caring and solid family values are what makes us one of the top work places for jobs in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis Areas. From our Warehouses to our GetGo’s, our grocery Stores through our Corporate home office, we are working together to put food on shoppers' tables and smiles on their faces. We’re always searching for the best Team Members to welcome to our family. We invite you to join our Giant Eagle family. Come start a lasting career with us.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Retail Groceries

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