Meat Cutter - Hanover Store - Full Time

HANOVER CONSUMER COOP SOCIETY; Hanover (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HANOVER CONSUMER COOP SOCIETY is seeking a Meat Cutter to support our meat/seafood counters and assist customers with knowledge on product preparation, handling, and storage. The role requires handling fresh products, maintaining cleanliness, and providing courteous service to every guest.

Responsibilities include cutting, trimming, bone removal, and wrapping of meat, ensuring freshness and safety, and following department procedures and Co-op policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two plus years of knowledge of meat products and cutting techniques.
• Ability to multi-task and provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, bone, and clean meat and poultry products.
• Monitor rotation to ensure freshness.
• Advise customers on quality and handling methods.

Skills

Meat cutting knowledge

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Attention to food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Knives

Baler

Compactor

U Boats

Pallet jack

Conveyor

Case opening knives

Label gun

Lifting belt

Scales

Computer

Handheld scanner

Job description

We are a cooperative; cooperation is at the heart of everything we do. At our Co-op, we believe cooperation means creating space for everyone. We strive to bring individuals together from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and life experiences to achieve shared goals. We practice kindness and foster a workplace where respect, acceptance, equity, honesty, and belonging are more than values, they are lived every day.Why? Because connection strengthens us. It helps us build the ecosystem we want to work in and be part of.And…because kindness matters! Kindness nurtures community, and communities thrive when we all work together. If you’re passionate about community and making a difference, we’d love to work with you.Position Overview:Responsible for receiving, storing, grinding, cutting, trimming, and wrapping meat using hand tools and power equipment. Provides coverage for the meat/seafood counters to assist customers.Essential Functions and Responsibilities:Cut, trim, bone, and clean meat and poultry productsMonitor rotation of product to ensure product freshnessAdvise customers on quality, methods of handling and other factors affecting preparing, freezing and storing foodProvide excellent customer service including making eye contact and following up as needed with customersPossess and share extensive knowledge of products and how they may be preparedCreate displays and fill cases attractively and neatlyClean cases, shelves, and work areas to ensure safe, sanitary conditions. Clean shelves, bins, tables, coolers and floor on a regularly scheduled basisObserve all food safety/food handling protocols, including washing hands frequently, and wearing protective, flexible glovesCheck Co-op email at least once per weekSet standard for expected behavior in adhering to all food safety proceduresParticipate in department meetings and complete all required trainings for the purpose of maintaining Co-op standardsAdhere to all Co-op policies, procedures and employee code of conductOther duties as assignedRequired Skills/Experience and Attributes:High school diploma or equivalentAbility to represent the Co-op in a positive mannerTwo plus years and knowledge of meat products and cutting techniquesAbility to multi-taskServe Safe certification acquired as neededExcellent follow throughEquipment Used:Knives, baler, compactor, U Boats, Pallet jack, conveyor, case opening knives, label gun, lifting belt, scales, computer and hand held scanner.Attendance Requirements:Flexible hours, including weekend and evening shifts. Availability to be scheduled to work any day of the week, according to department needs.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences, and backgrounds. We share a common passion for our member-owned Co-op, communities, and for improving people's lives.Diversity not only includes race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one’s identity. Every point of view helps shape our success, and fostering inclusion is everyone's responsibility.