Meat Cutter: Precision Cuts & Freshness Expert

Boise Consumer Cooperative Inc; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 18,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Boise Co-op in Meridian, Idaho is seeking a Meat Cutter to cut, trim, grind, and wrap all meat and seafood to spec. You will prepare roasts, steaks and specialty items for full-service and Grab & Go cases, and produce house-made items like burgers and sausages to meet production goals.

Maintain rotation, monitor temperatures, and uphold safety standards. Strong knife skills, food safety knowledge, and excellent customer service are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of meat cutting experience in a retail environment is required or preferred.
• Valid Food Handler’s Certificate is required.
• Adequate knife skills and knowledge of safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Cut, trim, grind, and wrap all types of meat and seafood products to company specs.
• Cut and prepare roasts, steaks, poultry, seafood, and specialty items for in-case stock.
• Produce house-made items such as burgers, sausages, wings, carne asada, and smoked meats.
• Maintain rotation and monitor temperatures to ensure safety and compliance.
• Prevent spoilage by labeling, weighing, dating, and pulling products ahead of sell-by date.
• Keep work areas, equipment, and cases clean and sanitary per Health Department rules.
• Assist with stocking and displaying products in coolers and retail displays.
• Provide professional customer service and help guests with questions.

Skills

Knife skills

Food safety

Customer service

Pricing accuracy

Sanitation

Mathematical accuracy

Education

Two years of meat cutting experience in a retail environment

Food Handler’s Certificate

Job description

Boise Co-op in Meridian, Idaho is seeking a Meat Cutter to cut, trim, grind, and wrap all meat and seafood to spec. You will prepare roasts, steaks and specialty items for full-service and Grab & Go cases, and produce house-made items like burgers and sausages to meet production goals.

Maintain rotation, monitor temperatures, and uphold safety standards. Strong knife skills, food safety knowledge, and excellent customer service are essential.