Meat Cutter — Fresh Cuts & Customer Service Pro

Whole Foods Market; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Store discount

Paid time off

Whole Benefits

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in McLean, VA is seeking a Meat Cutter to cut, prepare, display, and sell meat products while delivering friendly, efficient service. The role emphasizes quality checks, adherence to health and safety standards, and mentoring trainees.

The position requires 14+ months of retail experience and completion of the WFM Butcher Apprentice Program or equivalent training. Flexibility for varied shifts and a fast-paced environment is expected.

Qualifications

• 14+ months retail experience.
• Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.

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 make sure it meets WFM quality standards.
• Maintains sampling program.
• Monitors and assists in preventing spoilage.
• Mentors and supports assigned Meat Cutter Trainee(s).
• Provides excellent customer service and models suggestive selling techniques.
• Maximizes sales potential through proper prep, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising.
• Follows health and sanitation guidelines and safe work practices.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties; ensures accuracy of signs and pricing.

Skills

Meat cutting

Quality inspection

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Time management

Safety compliance

Vendor interaction

Job description

Whole Foods Market in McLean, VA is seeking a Meat Cutter to cut, prepare, display, and sell meat products while delivering friendly, efficient service. The role emphasizes quality checks, adherence to health and safety standards, and mentoring trainees.

The position requires 14+ months of retail experience and completion of the WFM Butcher Apprentice Program or equivalent training. Flexibility for varied shifts and a fast-paced environment is expected.