Meat Cutter

val's services; Lancaster (WI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Local Meats Ltd. is hiring a Meat Cutter in Wisconsin to handle meat products from receiving to labeling. You will ensure safety, sanitation, and product quality while promoting friendly customer service. The role is typically first shift with emphasis on accurate weighing and pricing.

The position requires knowledge of cuts, ability to lift up to 100 lb, and operating knives, scales, and wrapping machinery. Prior meat prep experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of various meat cuts and preparation techniques.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills; accurate vision.
• Physical ability to lift up to 100 lb, stand, walk, and operate knives, scales, band saws, and wrapping machines.
• Experience with meat preparation preferred; 0-2 years for retail meat prep experience.

Responsibilities

• Process and prepare meat in compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper temperatures in work areas and storage units.
• Ensure adequate stock levels, proper case conditions, and product rotation.
• Support sales goals by promoting friendly customer interactions.
• Minimize shrinkage through proper handling and storage.
• Assist other stores as needed and lead subordinates toward goal achievement.

Skills

Meat cuts knowledge

Math skills

Physical strength

Retail meat prep experience

Tools

Knives

Scales

Band saws

Wrapping machines

Job description

Role Overview: The Meat Cutter handles meat products, including receiving, processing, cutting, trimming, packaging, weighing, pricing, and labeling. They provide attentive and courteous customer service and maintain food safety and sanitation standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and prepare meat in compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper temperatures in work areas and storage units.
• Ensure adequate stock levels, proper case conditions, and product rotation.
• Support sales goals by promoting friendly customer interactions.
• Minimize shrinkage through proper handling and storage.
• Assist other stores as needed and lead subordinates toward goal achievement.

Qualifications & Skills

• Knowledge of various meat cuts and preparation techniques.
• Basic math, reading, and writing skills; accurate vision.
• Physical ability to lift loads up to 100 lb, stand, walk, and operate machinery and tools such as knives, scales, band saws, and wrapping machines.
• Experience with meat preparation preferred; 0-2 years for retail meat prep experience.

Additional Details

The role requires initiative, productivity, safety awareness, and adherence to company values. The position is full-time, primarily during first shift, with work environment temperatures ranging from 30°F to 90°F.