Meat Specialist: Fresh Cuts & Customer Service Pro

Hy-Vee, Inc.; Johnston (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee, Inc. in Johnston, IA is seeking a Meat Specialist to cut, tenderize, grind and merchandise fresh meat while delivering friendly customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include assisting customers, preparing cutting lists, monitoring refrigeration, and upholding food safety standards; the role reports to the Meat Department Manager and offers opportunities for growth within retail operations.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required; Hy-Vee food safety training preferred.
• Experience in meat department or similar role is a plus.
• Strong customer service and teamwork skills expected.

Responsibilities

• Provides prompt, friendly customer service and greets customers.
• Cuts, tenderizes, grinds, and weighs meat products.
• Prepares cutting lists and conducts cutting tests.
• Monitors refrigeration temperatures and maintains hygiene standards.
• Reports to the Meat Department Manager and assists in department operations.

Skills

Partnerships

Growth mindset

Results oriented

Customer focused

Professionalism

Education

High School or equivalent

Hy-Vee food safety training

Tools

Power ban saw

Grinder

Tenderizer

Knives

Job description

Hy-Vee, Inc. in Johnston, IA is seeking a Meat Specialist to cut, tenderize, grind and merchandise fresh meat while delivering friendly customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include assisting customers, preparing cutting lists, monitoring refrigeration, and upholding food safety standards; the role reports to the Meat Department Manager and offers opportunities for growth within retail operations.