MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

Kroger

Aurora (IL)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Associate discounts

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in Aurora, Illinois, is seeking a Meat Cutter to perform product preparation and provide exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include cutting and preparing meat products, maintaining cleanliness in the department, and ensuring product quality. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a fast-paced team. This entry-level, full-time position offers valuable benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

Willing to work weekends and holidays.
Must work with various cleaning solutions safely.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

Perform tasks such as cutting, grinding, and preparing meat.
Check product quality and ensure freshness.
Provide good customer and associate relations.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Ability to read shelf tags, signs, and product labels

Able to tactfully handle stressful situations

Tools

Sharp tools

Job description

Job Description

Perform general product preparation, clean‑up and stock work in the Meat department and provide customer service. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

Perform tasks such as cutting, grinding, slicing, preparing, processing, trimming, tenderizing, sealing, packaging, wrapping, bagging, pricing, prefabricating, dating, labeling, scaling, merchandising, selling, serving customers, and other functions in accordance with company policies.
Keep the department temperature logs accurately updated and maintained.
Stock and display meat items safely and in accordance with company standards.
Check product quality; make sure it is rotated properly and fresh.
Keep sales areas, backrooms, coolers clean and well organized.
Keep carts, tools, and supplies in their designated areas and well organized.
Keep floors clean, safe, and free from clutter.
Provide good customer and associate relations.
Communicate effectively with customers and fellow associates.
Unload trucks, sort orders, and place in proper cooler location.
Wash and sanitize equipment in accordance with company and health department policies and procedures.
Make a friendly impression on customers.
Wait on customers and counter promptly and cheerfully; greet customers and provide them with good quality foods.
Increase store sales and profits in conjunction with retail operations and marketing programs.
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.
Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner.
Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.
Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues.
Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults.
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 oral communication skills.
Ability to read shelf tags, signs, and product labels.
Must work with various 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.

Desired

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.

About Us

Based in Illinois, Mariano’s merged with The Kroger Company in 2015. Today, we’re proudly serving Mariano’s customers in over 40 stores throughout the Chicago Metro area. As part of the Kroger family of companies, 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. People matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose‑driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you’re seeking a part‑time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Mariano’s family! If you are in need of reasonable accommodation to complete a job application or to otherwise participate in the application or pre‑hiring process, please call 844‑849‑7136 or contact the location’s management.

What You’ll Receive From Us

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 with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
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.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!

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