Meat Cutter Apprentice FT

The Winn-Dixie Company; Wauchula (FL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The Winn-Dixie Company in Wauchula, Florida is seeking a Meat Cutter Apprentice to enhance customer satisfaction through excellent service and quality meat preparation. The successful candidate will engage with customers, precisely cut and package a variety of meat products, and maintain cleanliness and safety in the work environment. A high school diploma or GED is required. The role involves diverse responsibilities aimed at providing top-notch service while adhering to company standards.

Qualifications

• Able to complete Computer Based Training (CBT) and Training Aid Courses.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Ability to travel as needed for floater positions.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous attention to customer needs and assist customers promptly.
• Prepare and package food products as per customer specifications.
• Receive meat deliveries and cut products according to company standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work area.
• Report any hazards or illegal actions to management.

Skills

Customer service

Meat cutting

Attention to detail

Compliance with safety standards

Education

High School / GED

Job description

Job Summary

The meat cutter apprentice is responsible for increasing customer confidence and loyalty by providing courteous and prompt service, consistent operating conditions and a friendly atmosphere. Under supervision, this position cuts meat to specifications for variety, size, quality and trim.

Responsibilities

• Serve customers: Provide continuous attention to customer needs; greet, assist and thank customers in a prompt, courteous and friendly manner.
• Prepare and package food products and process customer orders to their specifications; process fresh meats, smoked meats, seafood, random weight, lunchmeat, frozen food and salted meats to production standards.
• Receive and breakdown meat deliveries; utilize peak‑time performance cutting lists to cut and trim all products as directed by company standards, and properly wrap, weigh, and price product as needed.
• Properly cube, slice and grind meat as needed, observe local, state and federal weight and measure laws, sanitation standards, grinding logs and Country of Origin Labeling, and observe safety standards while working with power equipment.
• Offer product suggestions when appropriate.
• Stock and rotate department products to ensure freshness and date control; restock and use supply items efficiently to eliminate waste and maintain the lowest supply cost.
• Operate department equipment and tools.
• Keep work area clean, orderly and free from safety hazards; report faulty equipment and hazards to management.
• Notify management of team member theft, customer shoplifting, unauthorized mark‑downs, property defacement or any action that is illegal and/or against company policy.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education

High School / GED

Preferred Education

High School / GED

Language Requirements

English (Required). English & Spanish (Preferred).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Ability to complete Computer Based Training (CBT) and Training Aid Courses.
• Compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• FLOATER ONLY: Ability to travel as needed.

Environmental Factors

Varied; occasional overnight travel – No.

Shift

Varied