Experienced Meat Cutter

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

Job summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. is seeking a Meat Cutter to join their team. The successful candidate will cut meat, provide exceptional guest service, and uphold safety and sanitation standards. This role requires a commitment to customer satisfaction and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 months experience or completion of Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program required.
• Prior meat cutting experience desired.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Cut meat for sale, rotate product, and maintain cleanliness.
• Service guests, answer questions, and manage special orders.
• Ensure safety and adherence to company guidelines.

Skills

Guest Service

Teamwork

Food Safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Meat cutting certification

Job description

Job Summary

Our Meat Cutters ensure that our guests receive the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing excellent guest service and supporting the Meat Lead, you'll ensure our offerings promote guest loyalty and store growth. As a member of our Meat Team, your primary responsibility will be to cut meat and other products for sale, ensuring our customers receive the freshest products possible. You will create an exemplary customer service atmosphere to build lifelong relationships by understanding and exceeding customer needs. To succeed in this position, you should be a team player who supports others, is eager to grow into leadership, and can inspire those around you.

Disclaimer: Applicants must reside in the same country as the primary location of the role as outlined in this job posting.

Job Description

• Experience Required: Satisfactory completion of job-specific skills assessment; 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program
• Experience Desired: Prior meat cutting experience
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification or Licensing Required: Meat cutting certification
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds

Job Responsibilities

• Cut meat to be sold to customers by taking the product out of the cooler and cutting meat into smaller sizes for packaging.
• Service guests by answering questions and filling special orders.
• Rotate and check code dates on products to ensure customer safety.
• Wrap and maintain the meat case.
• Provide products and services that meet customer requirements at all times, adhering to the Company's Guiding Principles, Common Purposes, and Service Credo.
• Maintain safety as the top priority in all work aspects for Team Members, guests, and products.
• Familiarize with store products to answer questions and make suggestions.
• Utilize knowledge of code dating.
• Cultivate a foodie culture by sharing excitement and passion for food with Team Members and guests.
• Greet customers warmly, whether in the department or elsewhere in the store.
• Make ground meat by grinding course ground meat and tray it.
• Inspire colleagues and guests with a passion for food and a commitment to excellence.
• Handle products and equipment following food safety and safety guidelines.
• Provide sampling opportunities when appropriate.
• Unload deliveries and check in trucks.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, utensils, tables, floors, etc., to meet safety and sanitation standards.
• Accurately record and assist in preparing special orders to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Assist in maintaining the efficiency of meat coolers and freezers by unloading deliveries.
• Follow procedures to meet out-of-stock percentage goals.

Compensation Grade

Skilled

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food, fuel, and convenience. We’re a diverse family of talented Team Members. Our people are the heart of our company. We strive to create a nurturing environment with opportunities for growth. Our caring and family-oriented values make us one of the top workplaces in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. From warehouses to stores and our corporate office, we work together to serve our customers and bring smiles. We’re always looking for new Team Members to join our family. Come start a lasting career with us.