Meat Cutter

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is seeking a Meat Cutter to join their team in Pittsburgh. This role involves cutting meat, providing exceptional customer service, and promoting a food-loving culture. Candidates should have a high school diploma, meat cutting certification, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. The Meat Cutter will play a critical role in ensuring product freshness and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program.
• Prior meat cutting experience is desired.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Cut meat for sale, ensuring customer safety and freshness.
• Service guests and fill special orders.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the meat department.

Skills

Customer Service

Meat Cutting

Teamwork

Food Safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Meat cutting certification

Job description

Job Summary

Our Meat Cutters ensure that our guests receive the best and most delicious products, presented according to their requirements. In addition to providing unparalleled guest service and supporting the Meat Lead, you'll ensure that our offerings and services promote guest loyalty, growth, and success for the store. As a member of our Meat Team, your primary responsibility will be to cut meat and other products for sale and ensure our customers are provided with the freshest products possible. You’ll create and sustain an exemplary customer service atmosphere to build lifelong relationships by understanding and exceeding customer needs. To thrive in this position, you should be a team player who supports others' success, is eager to grow your leadership skills, and can inspire those around you.

Disclaimer: Applicant must reside in the same country as the primary location of the role as outlined in this job posting.

Job Description

• Experience Required: Satisfactory completion of job-specific skills assessment; 6 to 12 months experience or successful completion of the Giant Eagle Apprenticeship program
• Experience Desired: Prior meat cutting experience
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification or Licensing Required: Meat cutting certification
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds

Job Responsibilities

• Cut meat to be sold to customers by taking the product out of the cooler and cutting it into smaller sizes for packaging.
• Service guests by answering questions and filling special orders.
• Rotate and check code dates on products to ensure customer safety.
• Wrap and maintain the meat case.
• Provide products and services that meet internal and external customer requirements, adhering to the Company's Guiding Principles, Common Purposes, and Service Credo.
• Maintain safety as the top priority for team members, guests, and products.
• Familiarize with store products to answer questions and make suggestions.
• Utilize knowledge of code dating.
• Cultivate a foodie culture by sharing excitement and passion for food with team members and guests.
• Greet customers in a friendly manner, whether in the designated department or elsewhere in the store.
• Make ground meat by using the grinder and tray meat.
• Inspire team members and guests with a passion for food and a commitment to providing the best products.
• Handle products and equipment properly, following food safety and safety guidelines.
• Provide sampling opportunities when appropriate.
• Unload deliveries and check in trucks.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floors, etc., to meet safety and sanitation standards.
• Accurately record and assist in preparing special orders to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Assist in maintaining meat cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries.
• Follow procedures to meet out-of-stock percentage goals.

Compensation Grade

Skilled

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food, fuel, and convenience. We’re a diverse family of talented team members. Our people are the heart of our company, and we strive to create a nurturing environment with opportunities for growth. Deep caring and strong family values make us one of the top workplaces in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus, and Indianapolis areas. From our warehouses to our GetGo’s, grocery stores, and corporate office, we work together to serve our customers and bring smiles to their faces. We’re always looking for the best team members to join our family. Come start a lasting career with us.