Meat Department Clerk

Balls Food Stores; Prairie Village (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Balls Food Stores in Prairie Village, KS is seeking a dependable Meat Clerk to keep the meat department stocked, labeled, and presented while delivering friendly, knowledgeable guest service.

You will handle cutting assistance, FIFO stocking, safety and sanitation, and collaborate with teammates to ensure freshness and accuracy for a great guest experience in a busy store environment.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred: Experience in grocery, retail, food service, or meat/seafood departments.
• Preferred: Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Preferred: Experience with meat cutting, knife handling, or meat/seafood preparation

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service at all times to ensure a positive shopping experience.
• Package and label meat products accurately in compliance with weight, pricing, and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist guests with product selection, custom cuts (as applicable), and cooking recommendations.
• Stock, rotate, and face products using FIFO methods to maintain freshness, minimize waste, and ensure an appealing presentation.
• Monitor product dates, storage conditions, and temperature logs to maintain quality and reduce shrink.
• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked service cases and displays.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and temperature control of all meat products.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards.

Skills

Guest service

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Meat Clerk to join our team at Hen House. In this role, you'll help keep the meat department running efficiently-ensuring products are properly stocked, handled, and presented while providing helpful, knowledgeable service that supports a strong guest experience.

At Hen House, we're more than a grocery store-we're a team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through quality products, strong teamwork, and consistent execution. As part of the Balls Food Stores family, we offer the stability of a locally owned company with deep community roots.

This is a great fit for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment, takes pride in product quality, and values consistency, cleanliness, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities & Job Duties

• Provide friendly, helpful, and respectful guest service at all times to ensure a positive shopping experience and encourage repeat visits


• Package and label meat products accurately in compliance with weight, pricing, and regulatory guidelines


• Assist guests with product selection, custom cuts (as applicable), and cooking recommendations


• Stock, rotate, and face products using FIFO methods to maintain freshness, minimize waste, and ensure an appealing presentation


• Monitor product dates, storage conditions, and temperature logs to maintain quality and reduce shrink


• Maintain clean, organized, and fully stocked service cases and displays


• Ensure proper handling, storage, and temperature control of all meat products


• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene standards


• Operate equipment such as scales, wrappers, scanners, and basic cutting tools safely and accurately


• Develop and maintain knowledge of meat products, pricing, and promotions to better assist guests and drive sales


• Monitor inventory levels and communicate low, excess, or damaged items to department leadership to support product availability


• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment in both sales floor and backroom areas


• Communicate clearly and respectfully with teammates, leadership, and vendors to support efficient operations


• Collaborate across departments to support overall store performance and guest satisfaction


• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including attendance, conduct, and dress code standards


• Remain productive during slower periods by cleaning, organizing, restocking, or supporting other departments


• Other job duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience


• Required: Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays


• Preferred: Experience in grocery, retail, food service, or meat/seafood departments


• Preferred: Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards


• Preferred: Experience with meat cutting, knife handling, or meat/seafood preparation


• Preferred: Ability to provide recommendations on cuts, preparation, and cooking methods