MEAT/JOURNEYMAN

Kroger; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 19,286 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kroger in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a Meat Department Team Member to perform general production work and uphold store standards. You will respond to customer needs, help maintain temperature logs, and ensure safe handling of all meat department procedures.

As a member of a fast-paced team, you will train colleagues on temperature logging, keep areas organized, and maintain a courteous, professional demeanor with customers while following all state and company policies.

Qualifications

• Must have effective written and verbal communication.
• Able to read shelf tags, signs, and product labels.
• Capable of working in a fast-paced environment as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safety practices when handling cleaning solutions and tools.
• Meat department knowledge or related food preparation experience.
• Dependable and trustworthy with a solid work history.

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer needs.
• Keep department temperature logs updated and maintained.
• Train and follow up with Meat Department associates on temperature logs.
• Operate light power equipment as needed.
• Learn procedures and methods of meat department.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Communicate effectively with customers and associates.
• Follow all company, department, and safety rules and laws.

Skills

Communication

Shelf tags

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Meat dept knowledge

Customer service

Job description

Job Description

Perform general production work as assigned. Help maintain and operate the department. Role model and demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Respond to customer needs.
• Keep department temperature logs accurately updated and maintained.
• Train and follow up with Meat Department associates on temperature logs to guarantee accurately recorded temperatures.
• Be personable, neat, and cheerful.
• May operate light power equipment.
• Be able to learn procedures and methods of meat department.
• Make sure to work in safe way as not to injure him or her in accordance to safety rules.
• Keep carts, tools, and supplies in their designated areas and well organized.
• Keep floors, clean, safe, and free from clutter.
• Make friendly impression on customers.
• Able to communicate with customers and fellow associates.
• Follow all current rules and duties of the Meat Department, Company, and State and Federal laws.
• Must keep work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Be prompt, tactful, calm, courteous, and professional in all interactions.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, particularly in the area of maintenance of a work environment free of unlawful harassment or discrimination.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to read shelf tags, signs, and product labels.
• Must work safely with various chemically based cleaning solutions, safely use sharp tools, and operate certain equipment.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers.
• Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation.
• Past work record reflects dependability and integrity.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, safety, and food handling.

Job Info

• Job Identification 175846
• Job Category Store Operations
• Posting Date 02/12/2026, 10:15 PM
• Locations 1720 N Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL, 60061, US (On-site)

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.
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