Category
Meat Department
Description

The meat clerk is an important position within the meat department and the store. Many customers make their decisions to shop at our store because of the quality of the perishable departments. One of the areas, which influence customers' perceptions of the entire store, is the look and smell of the meat department. Even if the customer is not purchasing meat today, they want to look at meat that is appealing, bright in color, well merchandised, and without discoloration. This position is responsible for creating an appealing presentation of the tremendous variety and selection of steaks, chops, roasts, chicken, and other products that we offer. Each product must be freshLooks good, smells odorless; with just the proper package firmness for the product.Must reach out to customers and encourage additional sales. Responsive to request, must learn to use slice machine for lunchmeat and small grinder for grinding meats. Meat must be handled correctly because of the extreme perishability of the product, the negative consequences of doing the job badly, and the really positive results that can affect the entire store. The meat cutter can make the difference by the way he or she does their job. We need to treat each individual customer like a guest in our homewith courtesy, friendliness and the respect that they deserve.
Position Requirements

Able to read, write and speak English with reasonable proficiency. Possesses basic math skills. Able to communicate effectively with customer, associates, and others. Friendly and pleasant. Flexibility in scheduling hours; Be on time. Reliable, good work ethic, high integrity, and drug free. Clean, presentable appearance. Good customer service skills; Out-going and helpful. Ability to lift boxes at a minimum weight of 30 pounds. Ability to stand for four consecutive hours, without restrictions. Able to use a knife effectively and efficiently. Knows basic cuts of meat While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stands and frequently use hands. Frequently walk and reach with hands and arms, occasionally crouching and kneeling. Be able to climb a ladder to retrieve items stored in overhead racks such as meat trays and wrapping material. Be able to work in refrigerated coolers and cutting rooms, and be able to endure working under temperature extremes in frozen food storage coolers up to 10 minutes at a time. Must comply with all safety policies and procedures. Have sufficient physical mobility or agility to able to disassemble and clean meat department, saws, grinders, and other equipment.
The employer will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time and/or Part-Time
Position
Meat Clerk
Close Date
Location
Store #11
This position is currently accepting applications.