MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

King Soopers/City Market; Idaho Falls (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Valuable associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities through training

Job summary

A grocery store chain is seeking a Meat Department Associate in Idaho Falls. The role involves general product preparation, maintaining cleanliness and organization within the department, and providing excellent customer service. Ideal candidates should have effective communication skills, work well in a team, and be flexible to handle various tasks including stock management. Competitive benefits and opportunities for growth are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Must work with various cleaning solutions and safely use sharp tools.
• Able to handle stressful situations and make a positive impression.
• Weekend availability is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks in the Meat department including preparation and customer service.
• Stock and display meat items safely.
• Communicate effectively with customers and fellow associates.
• Unload trucks, handle and store inventory per policy.
• Provide friendly customer service and help drive sales.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Ability to read shelf tags, signs, and product labels

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

Experience in food preparation

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 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 Portland, Oregon, Fred Meyer merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Fred Meyer customers in over 120 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska.

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.

Here, 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 Fred Meyer family!

What You’ll Receive From Us

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 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!