Meat Cutter

Piggly Wiggly, LLC; Surfside Beach (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Full benefits (health PTO 401k)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Piggly Wiggly is seeking a Meat Cutter to join our store team as a Master of the Craft. You will break down premium products, craft specialty items, and coach others while ensuring top quality and customer satisfaction.

You will educate guests on cuts and cooking techniques, lead by example, and maintain freshness through proper receiving and storage. This role offers flexible paths and growth within the meat department.

Qualifications

• Craftsmanship: passion for food and attention to detail required in professional meat cutting.
• Integrity: commitment to honest dealings with products, colleagues, and customers.
• Physical Strength: ability to lift at least 50 lbs in a fast-paced environment.
• Leadership Qualities: proactive in creating a clean, safe, welcoming store environment.

Responsibilities

• Expert Butchery: break down beef, pork, lamb, and poultry; prepare house-made sausage and ready-to-cook entrees.
• Customer Education: explain cuts and cooking techniques to guests.
• Team Mentorship: train and mentor team members on cutting, preparation, and presentation standards.
• Operational Excellence: receive/unload deliveries and store products to maintain freshness.
• Safety & Compliance: follow health, sanitation, and weights and measures procedures, ensure equipment is sanitized.
• Technical Skill: operate hazardous equipment like butcher knives, power slicers, and heated wrapping stations.

Skills

Craftsmanship

Integrity

Physical Strength

Leadership Qualities

Job description

Meat Cutter | Piggly Wiggly

The Role: Master of the Craft

As a Meat Cutter at Piggly Wiggly, you are more than a butcher-you are a culinary educator and a guardian of quality. Working closely with the Meat Manager, you will bring a \"passion for food\" to the counter, breaking down premium products and crafting specialty items that define our store's reputation. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who leads by example, mentors fellow team members, and ensures every customer walks away with the perfect cut and the best cooking advice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Expert Butchery: Break down beef, pork, lamb, and poultry products with precision. Prepare specialty merchandise, including house-made sausage, cured meats, and ready-to-cook entrees.
• Customer Education: Actively engage with guests to explain different cuts and provide expert advice on the best cooking techniques for meat and seafood.
• Team Mentorship: Lead by example by training and mentoring other Team Members on proper cutting, preparation, and presentation standards.
• Operational Excellence: Receive and unload product deliveries, ensuring everything is stored correctly to maintain freshness and integrity.
• Safety & Compliance: strictly follow all health, sanitation, and \"Weights and Measures\" procedures. You will ensure all equipment is operated and sanitized in a safe, proper manner.
• Technical Skill: Demonstrate expert efficiency and care with hazardous equipment, including butcher knives, power slicers, and heated wrapping stations.

What We're Looking For:

• Craftsmanship: A demonstrated passion for food and a high level of respect for the detail required in professional meat cutting.
• Integrity: A commitment to honest dealings with products, colleagues, and customers.
• Physical Strength: Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced, temperature-controlled environment.
• Leadership Qualities: A proactive approach to creating a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for everyone who visits our store.

Why Join the Piggly Wiggly Meat Team?

• Flexible Career Paths: We offer both Full-Time and Part-Time positions to fit your goals.
• Comprehensive Benefits (Full-Time): Includes full health insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and a 401(k) plan.
• Growth Opportunities: We value our experts and offer clear paths for career advancement and flexible scheduling.