Meat Cutter & Fresh-Case Specialist

Whole Foods Market IP. L.P.; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Simi Valley, CA is seeking a Meat Cutter to perform cutting, platters, and merchandising of beef, pork, lamb, veal, and poultry while ensuring safety and quality. You will assist customers, maintain labeling, and support trainees to uphold WFM standards.

Requirements include a minimum of 14+ months retail experience and completion of the WFM Butcher Apprentice Program or equivalent. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and flexible scheduling are needed.

Qualifications

• 14+ months retail experience.
• Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.
• * UK Exceptions may apply.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Cuts, platters, and merchandises products (beef, pork, lamb, veal, poultry).
• Prepares specialty meat merchandise (i.e. sausage, oven ready products, and cured meats).
• Checks product to meet WFM quality standards.
• Maintains sampling program.
• Monitors and assists in preventing spoilage.
• Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s).
• Arrives to work station on time, groomed, and ready to work; works all scheduled shifts and attends trainings.
• Provides excellent customer service, addresses needs of customers in a timely manner.
• Maximizes sales potential through proper prep, storage, and merchandising.
• Follows health, sanitation, and safety procedures.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary environment; proper equipment maintenance.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties; ensures pricing accuracy.
• Reports safety hazards and violations.
• Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Meat cutting

Teamwork

Communication

Quality inspection

Food safety

Tools

Box cutters

Electric pallet jacks

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Simi Valley, CA is seeking a Meat Cutter to perform cutting, platters, and merchandising of beef, pork, lamb, veal, and poultry while ensuring safety and quality. You will assist customers, maintain labeling, and support trainees to uphold WFM standards.

Requirements include a minimum of 14+ months retail experience and completion of the WFM Butcher Apprentice Program or equivalent. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and flexible scheduling are needed.