Meat 3rd

Paq, Inc.; Livingston, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

PAQ, Inc. is seeking a Meat 3rd to support the meat department management and supervise team members. You will ensure proper stocking, rotation and presentation of products while handling daily operations and customer inquiries. The role requires strong leadership, extensive meat-cutting experience, and the ability to train staff. This on-site position expects availability on weekends and evenings in Livingston, CA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Over five years of meat-cutting experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist daily operations in the meat department.
• Supervise Meat Clerks and Cutters.
• Ensure proper stocking, rotation, and presentation of products.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Perform duties of Meat Cutter and Clerk as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory

Training

Inventory management

Meat-cutting equipment

Knife skills

Basic math

Organization

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Meat-cutting equipment

Job description

## Meat 3rdApply: 444 Winton Parkway, Livingston, CA 95334: Full time: Posted Yesterday: 2026-R448*PAQ, Inc. is committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We believe diverse perspectives and experiences strengthen our organization and drive better outcomes for our customers and communities.*The Meat 3rd serves in the crucial capacity of supporting the meat department management team in effectively directing and supervising all functions and activities of Meat department team members to achieve the sales and profit goals established for the department while maintaining a positive team-oriented environment.**Essential Functions of the Position:*** Assist with daily operations of the meat department.* Supervise and train Meat Clerks and Cutters.* Ensure proper stocking, rotation, and presentation of products.* Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering supplies.* Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues promptly.* Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.* Perform duties of Meat Cutter and Clerk as needed.* Perform other duties as assigned. **Knowledge:*** Comprehensive understanding of meat products and department operations.* Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management.* Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling. **Skills:*** Strong leadership, supervisory, and training skills.* Skillful in inventory management.* Proficient in using meat-cutting equipment and excellent knife skills.* Basic math skills for weighing and pricing.* Strong organizational and time management skills.* Effective verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and team members. **Abilities:*** Ability to resolve conflicts.* Ability to ensure high standards of quality and service.* Ability to motivate and lead a team.* Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stocking and labeling. * Capability to adjust to changing situations, handle multiple demands, and work with diverse personalities.* Aptitude for making informed decisions quickly, often in high-pressure situations.* A genuine desire to meet and exceed customer expectations, creating a positive shopping experience.* Ability to perform physical tasks, including stocking, lifting boxes, and standing for extended periods.**Physical Requirements:*** Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts.* Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.* Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products.* Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills in handling small objects.* Maintain clear communication with customers and team members.* Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload.* Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.**Work Conditions:*** Work Hours: Vary, with availability required on weekends, evenings, and holidays; typically, 8-hour shifts for full-time employees.* Environment: Indoor, climate-controlled, with adequate lighting and ventilation. Relatively damp or humid conditions, including wet or slippery floor surfaces.* Primary Work Stations: Work within the grocery store environments, which include various sections such as the sales floor, backrooms, and refrigerated storage areas.* Dress Code: Professional and presentable attire as determined by store management, including a name tag, company-issued shirts, hats, jackets, or personal shirts that are black, burgundy, or blue, in good repair, and not faded.* Exposure: May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and cleaning chemicals.* Noise Level: Usually low to moderate, with occasional loud periods from customers, store announcements, and equipment.* Interaction: Constant interaction with customers and team members in a fast-paced retail environment.**Minimum Qualifications:*** Education: High school diploma or equivalent.* Experience: Over five years of meat-cutting experience is preferred. Supervisory experience is a plus.**Company Employment Policies:*** PAQ, Inc is an “At-Will” employer.* PAQ, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Job Title: **Meat 3rd**Location: **PAQ, Inc, Store Location, On-Site**Reports To: **Manager, Meat**Employee Type: **Regular, Full-Time**Exemption Type: **Non-Exempt** **Pay Range:**$20.10 - $29.50 ***Equal Employment Opportunity****PAQ, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.* ***Reasonable Accommodation Statement****PAQ, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants throughout the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let us know.* ***Work Authorization****All employment offers are contingent upon verification of authorization to work in the United States in compliance with applicable federal laws.* ***Pay Transparency (California)****The base pay range for this position is listed above. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, internal equity, and business need.* ***Fair Chance Statement (California)****We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local ordinances.* ***Applicant Privacy Notice****To learn more about how we collect, use, and retain applicant personal information, please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at: https://www.paqinc.org/privacyPolicy* ***Employment‐At‐Will****Employment with PAQ, Inc. is at will. Either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.* ***Duties Disclaimer****This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Responsibilities may change or be reassigned at any time based on business needs.*