Meat Cutter FT

Vallarta-Supermarkets; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid vacation

Life insurance

Legal services

Holiday pay

Savings & credit union

Recognition programs

Job summary

Vallarta Supermarkets in Lancaster, CA, is looking for a Meat Cutter to prepare high-quality meat cuts and provide excellent customer service. You will use meat department tools, stock displays, and ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met.

You will greet customers, assist with cuts and preparations, and coordinate with the Meat Manager to maintain optimal display temperatures and inventory. This full-time role requires flexibility for evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of meat cuts and consumer products.
• 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 legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide prompt, courteous service.
• Perform meat cuts as directed by Meat Manager.
• Prepare meats with marinades and vegetables.
• Stock and display products in cases and coolers.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.
• Follow food safety and health codes; report equipment issues.

Skills

Meat knowledge

Customer service

English basics

Tools

Meat cutting tools

Job description

Career Opportunities with Vallarta Supermarkets

A great place to work.

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.).