Meat Cutter II / Full Time - Lima, OH

Save A Lot; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Team Member Referral Program

Job summary

Save A Lot in Lima, OH is seeking a Meat Cutter to maintain high standards in the meat department. You will cut, wrap, weigh and price meat items, ensuring freshness, proper labeling, and attractive displays to drive sales.

The role requires adherence to safety, sanitation, and company procedures, with teamwork and exceptional customer service emphasized. Ideal candidates have 18+ years old, HS diploma, and experience with meat cutting tools; English fluency is essential, with additional

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Experience with meat cutting equipment and basic math skills preferred
• Read, write and speak English; Spanish or other languages a plus

Responsibilities

• Cut and prepare beef, pork and poultry items according to policy
• Wrap, weigh and price cuts per guidelines
• Label packages according to COOL, USDA and company standards
• Maintain sanitation and display standards to maximize sales
• Receive, inspect and store meat and maintain cold chain
• Assist with product ordering and rotation
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to safety policies

Skills

Meat cutting

Food safety

Math skills

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Knives

Slicers

Scales

Cubing machine

Power saw

Job description

Store 21735, 1420 N Cole St, Lima, Ohio, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Purpose

The Meat Cutter ensures the store's meat department operates at the standards set by the company, driving sales and maximizing profitability. The Meat Cutter delivers the highest level of customer service and satisfaction by following the company's meat merchandising plan and trimming /preparing standard cuts of meat as outlined in the Meat Cutter Resource Manual. The Meat Cutter demonstrates excellent teamwork, interpersonal skills, and commitment to the success of the team.

Responsibilities

• Using knives and power equipment, cuts and/or packages authorized beef, pork and poultry items according to company policies and procedures
• Wraps, weighs and prices cuts of meat based on company and pricing guidelines
• Labels packages according to COOL, USDA and company standards
• Ensures displays and case signs are updated appropriately, and meat is merchandised and presented to set standards with a focus on maximizing sales
• Assists with product ordering
• Maintains proper date rotation for dated and undated products per company policy, both in the display case and in the storage coolers
• Prepares and places meat cuts and products in the display counter according to company procedures so they will appear attractive and appealing to the customers
• Receives, inspects, and stores meat upon delivery, to maintain cold chain and ensure meat quality
• Ensures excellent sanitation and quality standards are met daily which adhere to company policy
• Follows and executes all company policies and procedures which includes but is not limited to: COOL, Food Safety, Sanitation, Meat/Produce Scale operation, Mark Downs, Inventory Processes, Meat POG's, Meat Cutter Resource Manual, Daily Manager Signoff and Meat Cutting List
• Responsibilities may include other perishable and non-perishable related duties necessary to maintain optimal store performance
• Protects company property, funds and merchandise
• May be assigned to work in more than one store and other areas of the store
• Performs other duties as assigned

About You

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Experience safely using manual pallet jacks, hand tools and power equipment, including but not limited to knives, wrappers, scales, slicers, cubing machine, and power saw (where certified to cut meat) preferred
• Company work history will be strongly considered, including attendance, work performance, safety, policy compliance and performance management
• Proficiency in basic math skills required, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
• Must be able to read, write and speak in English. Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, interpersonal skills. Language proficiency in Spanish or other languages is a plus
• Must be dependable and flexible, including a willingness to work in other areas of the store, as needed with little or no advance notice
• Excellent customer service, teamwork and problem-solving skills
• Must adhere to a uniform dress code

Physical Requirements

• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment with a standard temperature of 38-45 degrees
• Requires the ability to reach, bend, twist, balance, lift and transport various objects weighing up to 30 pounds repeatedly throughout the shift; at times, product weight may reach 100 pounds
• Requires the ability to move heavy product with assistance
• Must have the ability to stand, walk and / or move about for extended periods of time
• Requires the ability to push, pull, grasp and use sawing motions for extended periods of time
• Communicates Effectively: Attentively listens to others and understands the unique needs of different audiences
• Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm

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Our Values

Ability to demonstrate, understand and apply our workplace values.

Simplicity (operate) – the drive to identify root cause and innovate to remove complexity to deliver the best outcome

Heart (emotion) – the passion that drives you to get up every day and work hard to strive for excellence

Performance Excellence (mindset) – clearly defining high expectations, driving ownership of key roles and responsibilities, executing with integrity and emphasis while creating a culture of accountability

Respect (philosophy) – taking pride in being inclusive and treating everyone who comes through the doors with respect

Eligible for Team Members who are full-time or who average 30 or more hours per week are eligible for health and welfare benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Team Member Referral Program

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and /or location.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Store 21735, 1420 N Cole St, Lima, Ohio, United States of America