Experienced Butcher

Poultry Science Association; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BJ's Wholesale Club is seeking a Meat Cutter Apprentice to assist in the processing of fresh meats and seafood. The role involves customer interaction, ensuring quality standards, and maintaining cleaning procedures within the meat department. Candidates should have some experience with meat processing and a strong focus on customer service. This apprenticeship offers valuable skill development for a future career in the meat department.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Generous time off programs

Medical and dental plans

401(k) plan with company match

Qualifications

• Preferred experience with fresh and processed meats.
• Knowledge of automatic/hand wrapping machines.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Assist Members with meat, poultry, and seafood inquiries.
• Cut, grind, and pack meats and seafood.
• Maintain quality and cleaning standards in the meat department.

Skills

Meat processing

Customer service

Tools

Automatic/hand wrapping machines

Job description

Join our team of more than 34,000 members supporting communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs, and eight distribution centers. BJ’s Wholesale Club offers a collaborative environment where team members can learn, grow, and be their authentic selves. We are committed to providing outstanding service and convenience to our members, helping them save on products and services for their families and homes.

The Benefits of working at BJ’s

• BJ’s pays weekly
• Eligible for free BJ's Inner Circle and Supplemental membership(s)*
• Generous time off programs including Vacation, Personal, Holiday, Sick, Bereavement Leave, Jury Duty*
• Benefit plans for changing needs including three medical plans**, HSA, two dental plans, vision plan, flexible spending
• 401(k) plan with company match (must be at least 18 years old)

*Eligibility requirements vary by position

**Medical plans vary by location

Assist in receiving, rotating, cutting, wrapping, and merchandising fresh and processed meats, including grinds. Support in merchandising seafood, rotisserie chickens, prepared foods, and cheeses. Help in meat selection and prepare special meat arrangements for Members. Maintain all cleaning and safety standards within the meat department. This role includes a 6-month apprenticeship to prepare Team Members for the Meat Cutter role.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

• Assist Members by answering questions regarding meat, poultry, and seafood, and make product recommendations when needed.
• Cut, grind, and process fresh meats, weigh, package, wrap, and label meat, poultry, and seafood, and prepare special cuts as ordered by Members.
• Ensure the meat case displays all available products and is fully stocked, rotating products according to expiration dates, and dispose of damaged or expired items following guidelines.
• Inspect and store meat upon delivery, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Handle receiving and unpacking of meats in the cooler and freezer.
• Clean and sanitize all equipment, fixtures, and areas in the meat department, including coolers and display cases.
• Follow all club policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including cross-departmental work as needed.

Qualifications

• Preferred previous experience with fresh and processed meats.
• Knowledge of automatic/hand wrapping machines preferred.
• Experience in a meat and/or deli department preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Environmental Job Conditions

• Frequent movement on hard surfaces, including bending, handling, pulling, reaching, and stooping.
• Occasional lifting of objects up to 30 pounds; may require assistance for heavier objects.
• Indoor environment with infrequent exposure to temperature extremes and loud noises; occasional contact with cleaning agents.

Salary range starts from $17.25. Actual salaries vary based on location, education, experience, and qualifications.