Grocery Meat Cutter — Precision & Customer Service

Cardenas Markets LLC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardenas Markets is seeking a retail store Meat Cutter in San Jose, CA. Under supervision, you will manage all aspects of meat counter operations, including cutting, trimming, deboning, packaging, and inventory control in a retail setting.

The role requires 3+ years of meat-cutting experience, a valid Food Handlers Card, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while delivering friendly, high‑quality service to customers.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of prior meat cutter experience at a grocery store required.
• Valid Food Handlers Card.
• Must be friendly and people oriented.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work professionally as part of the team and provide excellent customer service;
• Cut and trim meat to size for display or as ordered by the customer, using various hand tools and power equipment;
• Clean and cut meat, fish, and poultry;
• Maintain knives and cutting equipment;
• Restock and organize displays and ensure they are maintained clean and presentable;
• Clean equipment and work areas to maintain health and sanitation standards;
• Assist Meat Wrapper and Clerk as needed;
• Provide flexibility by helping in any area in order to support store needs.

Skills

Meat cutting experience

Food handlers card

People oriented

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Cardenas Markets is seeking a retail store Meat Cutter in San Jose, CA. Under supervision, you will manage all aspects of meat counter operations, including cutting, trimming, deboning, packaging, and inventory control in a retail setting.

The role requires 3+ years of meat-cutting experience, a valid Food Handlers Card, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while delivering friendly, high‑quality service to customers.