Meat Department Clerk

Balls Foods; Prairie Village (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Balls Foods is seeking a reliable Meat Clerk to join our team at Hen House in Prairie Village, Kansas. This role supports daily operations in the meat department, ensuring products are fresh and properly presented while providing excellent service to guests.

Ideal candidates enjoy working with fresh products in a fast-paced environment and are committed to delivering knowledgeable, guest-focused service. Responsibilities include stocking products, assisting customers, and maintaining food safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience required.
• Experience in grocery, retail, food service, or meat/seafood departments preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, helpful service to ensure a positive shopping experience.
• Package and label meat products accurately.
• Stock, rotate, and face products using FIFO methods.
• Monitor product dates, storage conditions, and temperature logs.

Skills

Customer service

Knowledge of meat products

Food safety standards

Flexible schedule

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are looking for a reliable, service‑focused Meat Clerk to join our team at Hen House. In this role, you’ll support the daily operations of the meat department—ensuring products are fresh, well‑stocked, and properly presented while helping guests find the right cuts and solutions for their needs.

At Hen House, we’re more than a grocery store—we’re a team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through quality products, strong teamwork, and consistent execution. As part of the Balls Food Stores family, we offer the stability of a locally owned company with deep community roots.

This is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with fresh products, staying active, and delivering knowledgeable, guest‑focused service in a fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities & Job Duties

• Provide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service at all times to ensure a positive shopping experience and encourage repeat visits.
• Package and label meat products accurately in compliance with weight, pricing, and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist guests with product selection, custom cuts (as applicable), and cooking recommendations.
• Stock, rotate, and face products using FIFO methods to maintain freshness, minimize waste, and ensure an appealing presentation.
• Monitor product dates, storage conditions, and temperature logs to maintain quality and reduce shrink.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked service cases and displays.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and temperature control of all meat products.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.
• Operate equipment such as scales, wrappers, scanners, and basic cutting tools safely and accurately.
• Develop and maintain knowledge of meat products, pricing, and promotions to better assist guests and drive sales.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate low, excess, or damaged items to department leadership to support product availability.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in both sales floor and backroom areas.
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with teammates, leadership, and vendors to support efficient operations.
• Collaborate across departments to support overall store performance and guest satisfaction.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including attendance, conduct, and dress code standards.
• Remain productive during slower periods by cleaning, organizing, restocking, or supporting other departments.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Required: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Preferred: Experience in grocery, retail, food service, or meat/seafood departments.
• Preferred: Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Preferred: Experience with meat cutting, knife handling, or meat/seafood preparation.
• Preferred: Ability to provide recommendations on cuts, preparation, and cooking methods.