Meat Cutter – Growth, Benefits, Team-First Role

Tony's Fresh Market; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with safe harbor match

Job summary

Tony's Fresh Markets is seeking a Meat Cutter to perform varied meat cuts, stock fresh and frozen cases, and assist with pricing and rotation. The role emphasizes safe handling, strong customer service, and the ability to work with knives and a saw machine in a busy retail environment.

You should have a high school diploma or GED, basic kitchen skills, and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. The job supports a team-focused store culture with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Basic kitchen skills; familiar with food preparation.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Stock merchandise in fresh and frozen cases.
• Receive shipments following department procedures.
• Price products and ensure rotation in coolers.
• Maintain product quality and proper protections.
• Rewrap meat packages as needed.
• Perform constant meat cutting with knife/saw.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and safety compliance.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Knife skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication

Safety procedures

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Meat saw

Cutting knives

Saw machine

Job description

Tony's Fresh Markets is seeking a Meat Cutter to perform varied meat cuts, stock fresh and frozen cases, and assist with pricing and rotation. The role emphasizes safe handling, strong customer service, and the ability to work with knives and a saw machine in a busy retail environment.

You should have a high school diploma or GED, basic kitchen skills, and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. The job supports a team-focused store culture with opportunities for growth.