Meat Cutter

Vallarta Supermarkets; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision

Life/AD&D insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Merced, CA is seeking a Meat Cutter to prepare high-quality meat cuts and deliver friendly customer service in a fast-paced, festive environment.

You will use tools safely, stock displays, and maintain food safety and sanitation standards while offering outstanding experiences to customers and supporting coworkers.

This full-time role requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays and offers competitive benefits as part of our team.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of consumer products and meat cuts.
• Familiarity with tools and machinery in the meat department.
• Basic English language ability.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Professional, team-oriented attitude.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide prompt service.
• Perform different meat cuts as directed by the Meat Manager.
• Prepare meats with marinades and vegetables.
• Stock display cases and coolers as required.
• Transport products to coolers, storage areas, and worktables.
• Promote sales through suggestive selling.
• Respond to customer requests while ensuring honest packaging, weighing, and pricing.
• Notify manager when supplies or products are needed.
• Ensure case temperatures are appropriate and report discrepancies.
• Maintain knowledge of meat, seafood, and cremeria product codes; comply with state weights and measures laws.
• Assist coworkers with cuts and questions.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Follow food safety, health codes, and dress code standards.
• Report on equipment issues immediately.
• Work safely, respecting coworkers and customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Meat cuts knowledge

Meat dept tools

Fast-paced environment

English language

Team-oriented

Authorized to work in US

Tools

Meat department equipment

Job description

Meat Cutter

Store: Merced, CA

Wage: $19.47 - $20.59

Type: Full-time

Description:

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we’re more than just a grocery store, we’re a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We’re seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you’re passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we’d love to meet you!

About the Role:

The Meat Cutter is responsible for preparing high-quality cuts of meat in compliance with company standards while providing outstanding customer service. This role uses tools and machinery safely, stocks and cleans displays, and ensures the highest levels of food safety and sanitation.

What You’ll Do:

• Smile and greet customers, providing prompt and courteous service.
• Perform different meat cuts as directed by the Meat Manager.
• Prepare meats with marinades and vegetables.
• Accommodate and stock display cases and coolers as required.
• Transport products to coolers, storage areas, and worktables.
• Promote sales through suggestive selling.
• Respond to customer requests while ensuring honesty in packaging, weighing, and pricing.
• Notify manager when supplies or products are needed.
• Ensure case temperatures are appropriate and report discrepancies.
• Maintain knowledge of meat, seafood, and cremeria product codes; comply with state weights and measures laws.
• Assist coworkers (dispatchers, fillers, cutters) with cuts and questions.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Follow food safety, health codes, and dress code standards.
• Report on equipment issues immediately.
• Work safely, respecting coworkers and customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand and walk constantly (6–8+ hours/day).
• Frequently bend, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.
• Frequent repetitive use of hands for simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently, up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Heaviest item carried: 50 lbs. (up to 100 feet).
• Operate cars, trucks, forklifts, and moving equipment.
• Work near equipment and machinery; exposure to noise and temperature/humidity changes.
• No work at heights required.

What We’re Looking For:

• Knowledge of consumer products and meat cuts.
• Familiarity with tools and machinery in the meat department.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of English language.
• Professional, team-oriented, and respectful attitude.
• Must be able to transfer to other store locations within a reasonable commute.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment:

• Fast-paced retail meat department with direct customer interaction.
• Exposure to perishable products, refrigerated coolers, and changing conditions.
• Collaborative, team-focused environment.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits:

Full-Time Team Members:

• Health medical plan: $25/week, plus free dental & vision.
• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.

Part-Time & Full-Time Benefits:

• Paid sick time.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. If you’re skilled, detail-oriented, and passionate about fresh meat products,

Vallarta Supermarkets is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and will consider all qualified applicants for employment in accordance with all state, local, and federal laws.

Vallarta Supermarkets participates in the E-Verify program.