MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

Kroger Mountain View Foods; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry is seeking a MEAT/MEAT CUTTER for their Eugene location. This entry-level position involves meat preparation, customer service, and maintaining product quality. Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team. Join us for a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.

Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holidays, and sick pay.

Emotional and financial support via Employee Assistance Program.

Associate discounts on purchases.

Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement.

Opportunities for growth through training.

Qualifications

• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Safe use of cleaning solutions, sharp tools, and equipment.
• Dependability and integrity in past work.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks such as cutting, grinding, slicing, and packaging meat.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the department.
• Provide excellent customer service and support sales.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Handle stressful situations tactfully

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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

1. 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.
2. Keep department temperature logs accurately updated and maintained.
3. Stock and display meat items safely and in accordance with company standards.
4. Check product quality; ensure proper rotation and freshness.
5. Keep sales areas, backrooms, coolers, clean and well organized.
6. Keep carts, tools, and supplies in their designated areas and well organized.
7. Maintain floors, keep them clean, safe, and free from clutter.
8. Provide good customer and associate relations.
9. Communicate effectively with customers and fellow associates.
10. Unload trucks, sort orders, and place in proper cooler location.
11. Wash and sanitize equipment according to company and health department policies.
12. Make a friendly impression on customers.
13. Promptly and cheerfully wait on customers; greet them and provide quality foods.
14. Increase store sales and profits in conjunction with retail operations and marketing programs.
15. Be prompt, tactful, calm, courteous, and professional in all interactions.
16. Adhere to company policies, especially regarding a harassment-free environment.
17. Work cooperatively in a high-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
18. Manage conflicts reasonably and cooperatively.
19. Act with honesty and integrity concerning customer and business information.
20. Follow directions and seek assistance to resolve issues.
21. Support interactions with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
22. Perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to read shelf tags, signs, and product labels.
• Safe use of cleaning solutions, sharp tools, and equipment.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Handle stressful situations tactfully and calmly; make positive impressions.

Desired

• Experience in meat work or food preparation.
• Dependability and integrity in past work.
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations regarding employment, safety, and food handling.

About Us

Based in Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. We serve customers in over 120 stores across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska.

As part of Kroger, we pride ourselves on diverse teams passionate about food and people, with a shared purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate to create memorable experiences for customers, communities, and employees, with food at the core.

People matter here. We provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth and development, whether part-time or a new career path. Apply today to join our Fred Meyer family!

What You’ll Receive From Us

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, holidays, and sick pay.
• Emotional and financial support via Employee Assistance Program and financial coaching.
• Associate discounts on purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement.
• Opportunities for growth through training and diverse careers.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Dairy Product Manufacturing