Meat Cutter

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency, LLC in Zeeland, MI, is seeking a Meat Cutter to expertly cut, prepare, and merchandise meat products for retail display. Responsibilities include weighing, portioning, price tagging, wrapping, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards throughout the department.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 1+ year retail experience with meat cutting preferred, and strong math and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year retail or related experience; meat cutting preferred.
• Ability to read, write, interpret documents, and perform basic math.
• Detail-oriented with product knowledge and suggestive selling skills.

Responsibilities

• Cut, weigh, and portion meats for retail sale.
• Produce value-added products like sausage and tray meats.
• Bone and trim carcass sections to specified cuts.
• Assist with pricing, dating, and wrapping products.
• Maintain a clean, attractive, and well-stocked department.
• Practice suggestive selling and customer engagement.
• Unloading, stocking merchandise, and notifying management of supply needs.
• Follow PPE, safety, and food safety guidelines; adapt tasks across departments as needed.

Skills

Meat cutting skills

Customer service/suggestive selling

Reading/Writing

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Role Overview

Responsible for expertly cutting, preparing, and merchandising various types of meats to meet company standards, ensuring quality, safety, and presentation. The position involves following established recipes, pricing, wrapping, and stocking meat products, as well as maintaining cleanliness and safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Cut, weigh, and portion meats for retail sale.
• Produce value-added products like sausage and tray meats.
• Bone and trim carcass sections to specified cuts.
• Assist with pricing, dating, and wrapping products.
• Maintain a clean, attractive, and well-stocked department.
• Practice suggestive selling and customer engagement.
• Unloading, stocking merchandise, and notifying management of supply needs.
• Follow PPE, safety, and food safety guidelines; adapt tasks across departments as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred: 1+ year retail or related experience; meat cutting experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, interpret documents, and perform basic math.
• Detail-oriented with product knowledge and suggestive selling skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods, and work in varied temperatures. Reasonable accommodations can be provided for disabilities.