Meat Specialist

Mackenthun's Fine Foods; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Employee Discount

Dietitian services

Job summary

Mackenthun's Fine Foods in Minnesota is seeking a Meat Specialist to deliver friendly, attentive service in our Meat Department. You will assist customers with meat and specialty products, ensuring product quality, cleanliness, and a positive shopping experience, especially for Mackenthun’s Homemade Sausage.

Responsibilities include stocking, labeling, wrapping, and pricing, plus assisting with sausage production and department tasks. This full-time role requires 18+ and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in a meat department, grocery store, or food service is a plus.
• Knife skills and culinary experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Basic math for pricing and labeling.
• Positive attitude and teamwork abilities.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Stock refrigerated/freezer cases and shelves with proper FIFO rotation.
• Accurately weigh, label, and price meat products.
• Wrap meat items and ensure secure packaging.
• Greet customers and assist with inquiries on Mackenthun’s meats and specials.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the department and equipment.
• Assist with homemade sausage production and sausage kitchen tasks; support ordering and other duties as needed.

Skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Team player

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Job Summary

Join our meat department! Mackenthun’s Meat Specialists are responsible for delivering high-quality customer service in the Meat Department while adhering to department standards and processes. They assist customers with meat and specialty products, ensuring product quality, cleanliness, and a positive shopping experience, particularly for Mackenthun’s Homemade Sausage products.

Key Responsibilities

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Stocking:
  • Load and stock refrigerated/freezer cases and shelves, ensuring proper rotation using the First In, First Out (FIFO) method.
  • Check product dates for accuracy and freshness.
  • Maintain well-organized product displays and prepare racks of fresh meat.
• Pricing and Labeling:
  • Accurately weigh, label, and price meat products.
  • Ensure proper product dates and pricing are applied.
• Wrapping Products:
  • Wrap meat products from the Meat Cutter efficiently to maintain quality and freshness.
  • Ensure products are securely packaged and properly handled.
• Customer Service:
  • Greet and assist customers with inquiries about Mackenthun’s meats, fish, and specialty items.
  • Prepare and maintain the service case with fresh products.
• Cleaning & Organization:
  • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the department, including equipment, work areas, and trash disposal.
  • Wash, rinse, and sanitize equipment regularly.
  • Keep the meat cooler and storage areas organized and properly stocked.
• Additional Duties:
  • Assist with meat cutting, homemade sausage production, packaging, and cleaning in the sausage kitchen.
  • Support the Meat Manager with ordering and other department tasks as needed.
  • Make decisions to ensure Mackenthun’s Exceptional Experience for customers and coworkers.

Requirements

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Additional info below.
• Previous experience in a meat department, grocery store, restaurant, or food service environment is a plus.
• Culinary experience with knife skills preferred.
• Strong communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking English).
• Basic math skills for pricing and labeling.
• Positive attitude, excellent customer service, problem-solving, and decision‑making abilities.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to work independently and as part of a team.

Full Time 40 hours/week - 18 or older, mornings/evenings/rotating weekends (6am-8pm)

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Fast-paced, multifaceted environment
• Capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs and pushing/pulling up to 1500 lbs with a pallet jack
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings.

Benefits Summary for Full Time:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Long Term & Short Term Disability
• Hospital, Critical Illness, Accident
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Sick & Safe Time
• Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays
• 10% discount at any Mackenthun’s locations
• Referral bonuses
• Dietitian services