Meat Cutter FT

Vallarta-Supermarkets; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Legal services

Holiday premium pay

Savings marketplace & credit union

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets is seeking a dedicated Meat Cutter to join our team in California. The role emphasizes safe meat handling, high quality cuts, and delivering outstanding customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will assist with meat prep, maintain displays, and ensure accurate pricing and labeling. Candidates should be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility to support multiple store locations as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of consumer meat products and cuts required.
• Familiarity with meat department tools and machinery.
• Ability to work quickly and accurately in a busy retail setting.
• Basic English language understanding for communication and safety.
• Professional, courteous, and team-oriented attitude.
• Must be able to transfer to other Vallarta locations within a reasonable commute.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers with a friendly, courteous service approach.
• Perform meat cuts as directed by the Meat Manager and ensure quality standards.
• Prepare meats with marinades and vegetables per store guidelines.
• Stock and display cases; maintain proper temperatures and sanitation.
• Assist coworkers with cuts and questions and report supply needs to management.
• Follow food safety, health codes, and dress code standards.
• Maintain accurate product knowledge and pricing per codes.

Skills

Meat knowledge

Meat dept tools

Fast-paced environment

English basics

Team player

Mobility across stores

Work authorization (US)

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About the Role

The Meat Cutter is responsible for preparing high-quality cuts of meat in compliance with company standards while providing outstanding customer service. This role uses tools and machinery safely, stocks and cleans displays, and ensures the highest levels of food safety and sanitation.

What You’ll Do

• Smile and greet customers, providing prompt and courteous service.
• Perform different meat cuts as directed by the Meat Manager.
• Prepare meats with marinades and vegetables.
• Accommodate and stock display cases and coolers as required.
• Transport products to coolers, storage areas, and worktables.
• Promote sales through suggestive selling.
• Respond to customer requests while ensuring honesty in packaging, weighing, and pricing.
• Notify manager when supplies or products are needed.
• Ensure case temperatures are appropriate and report discrepancies.
• Maintain knowledge of meat, seafood, and cremeria product codes; comply with state weights and measures laws.
• Assist coworkers (dispatchers, fillers, cutters) with cuts and questions.
• Clean and sanitize work areas and equipment.
• Follow food safety, health codes, and dress code standards.
• Report on equipment issues immediately.
• Work safely, respecting coworkers and customers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk constantly (6–8+ hours/day).
• Frequently bend, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.
• Frequent repetitive use of hands for simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing, and pulling.
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently, up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Heaviest item carried: 50 lbs. (up to 100 feet).
• Operate cars, trucks, forklifts, and moving equipment.
• Work near equipment and machinery; exposure to noise and temperature/humidity changes.
• No work at heights required.

What We’re Looking For

• Knowledge of consumer products and meat cuts.
• Familiarity with tools and machinery in the meat department.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of English language.
• Professional, team-oriented, and respectful attitude.
• Must be able to transfer to other store locations within a reasonable commute.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Fast-paced retail meat department with direct customer interaction.
• Exposure to perishable products, refrigerated coolers, and changing conditions.
• Collaborative, team-focused environment.
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Full-Time Team Members

• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. If you’re skilled, detail-oriented, and passionate about fresh meat products.

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