Meat Cutter & Prep Specialist - Fresh, Quality & Service

Whole Foods Market; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whole Benefits

Store discount

Paid time off

Financial wellness

Health & wellness programs

Access to other Team Member perks

Job summary

Whole Foods Market in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced Meat Cutter to cut, prepare, display and sell beef, pork, poultry and other meats. You will maintain quality standards, assist trainees, and provide friendly, efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, and a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. Whole Benefits include store discount, paid time off, and health and wellness support programs.

Qualifications

• Retail experience of 14+ months.
• Completion of Whole Foods Market Butcher Apprentice Program or equivalent.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency.

Responsibilities

• Cuts, platters, and merchandises products (beef, pork, lamb, veal, poultry).
• Prepares specialty meat merchandise (sausage, oven ready products, cured meats).
• Checks product against quality standards and maintains freshness.
• Mentors and supports Meat Cutter Trainee(s).
• Provides excellent customer service and uses suggestive selling techniques.
• Maintains signs, pricing, and clean, sanitary work area.
• Performs opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned.
• Reports safety hazards and follows SOPs and health regulations.

Skills

Meat cutting

Customer service

Team player

Knife handling

Food safety

Quality assurance

Communication

Merchandising

Multi-tasking

Job description

Whole Foods Market in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced Meat Cutter to cut, prepare, display and sell beef, pork, poultry and other meats. You will maintain quality standards, assist trainees, and provide friendly, efficient service to customers and Team Members at all times.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, standing for long periods, and a flexible schedule including nights and weekends. Whole Benefits include store discount, paid time off, and health and wellness support programs.