Apprentice Meat Cutter

Harmons Grocery; Santa Clara (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks passionate individuals for a 36-week meat cutting apprenticeship. This hands-on program offers the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals while ensuring the quality and freshness of meat products. Apprentices will engage in various tasks, from preparing custom meat orders to maintaining cleanliness in the department. Successful candidates may secure permanent positions upon completion, making this an excellent opportunity for those eager to develop their skills in a supportive environment. Join a team that values quality and customer service!

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret policies and procedures.
• Experience preparing, cooking, and eating a variety of meats.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the quality and freshness of all products and services.
• Learn and practice producing all cuts of beef, pork, chicken, and turkey.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Meat preparation

Customer service

Communication skills

Organization and planning

Job description

Santa Clara, Santa Clara, Utah, United States of America

Job Description

$15.00 - $18.00 PER HOUR

Have you ever wanted to be a skilled meat cutter? Did you know that our meat cutters have the potential to earn $35,000 a year plus great benefits? If you enjoy early mornings, working with your hands, and value high-quality fresh meat products, our program may be a great fit for you. An apprentice is someone who works to learn the trade, specifically meat cutting.

This is a 36-week program where individuals passionate about learning meat cutting work alongside experienced managers, sausage makers, chicken cutters, and beef cutters. After completion, apprentices are evaluated; if certified, they receive a raise and may be placed into a permanent position or fill shifts across multiple stores until a position is available.

GENERAL PURPOSE:

This position mentors individuals interested in becoming meat cutters, teaching Harmons' standards and expectations. The person will learn to ensure the quality, freshness, safety, and profitability of our fresh cut meat products and assist in preparing beef, pork, chicken, and turkey products.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Follow departmental and store policies and procedures
2. Ensure the quality and freshness of all products and services
3. Maintain appropriate product assortment and inventory levels
4. Verify signage and accurate pricing, especially for ad items
5. Keep the meat department clean and sanitized daily
6. Provide excellent customer service
7. Learn and practice producing all cuts of beef, pork, chicken, and turkey
8. Assist with custom meat orders
9. Accurately fill out logs and documentation for food safety
10. Learn techniques for grinding and wrapping meat products
11. Minimize waste by following production sheets and checking dates
12. Restock products as needed
13. Complete tasks efficiently and timely
14. Set a professional and positive example
15. Maintain safety, sanitation, and productivity standards
16. Support the overall success of the meat department

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

WORK CONTACTS:

• Interact daily with store associates
• Interact daily with customers

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants should be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for disabilities.

Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Experience preparing, cooking, and eating a variety of meats
• Ability to interpret policies and procedures
• Strong organization and planning skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Receptive to constructive feedback; accountable
• Integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, self-directed
• Focus on product, customer, personnel, detail, and forward-thinking
• Availability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:

The work environment is generally safe and comfortable, with exposure to hot, cold, and wet conditions. Tasks may require grasping, pushing, pulling, carrying, stooping, twisting, crouching, reaching, repetitive motions, and coordination. Standing, walking, and bending are required, with the ability to move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

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