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Valley Natural Foods Meat Cutter / Production Support in Burnsville, Minnesota
Meat Cutter / Production Support
Burnsville, MN (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=13750+County+Road+11+Burnsville+MN+USA+55337)
Description
We're seeking a passionate and skilled meat cutter to join our team at Valley Natural Foods. If you have a knack for precision cuts, a love for all things meat, and a flair for customer service, then this is the job for you!
What you'll bring to the table:
1-3+ years previous meat cutting/production experience.
Proficiency in using a variety of cutting tools and equipment with precision.
A deep understanding of different cuts of meat, their characteristics, and best cooking practices.
A passion for delivering exceptional customer service and building lasting relationships with clients.
A commitment to food safety and hygiene protocols.
This position will require working at least one close shift and one weekend shift.
Perks of the job:
Competitive wages and paid time off.
A fun and supportive work environment where your passion for meat is celebrated.
20% employee discount on healthy groceries every day .
Ongoing training and development opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge.
The satisfaction of knowing you're an integral part of bringing joy to our customers through delicious, high-quality meats.
Meat Cutting, Cases, and Customer Service
Prepare cuts of meat for best yield, quality and customer appeal, following specifications of Deal, Meat & Seafood Manager
Produce sausage to maintain adequate supplies of each flavor
Prepare poultry and seafood following established priorities and standards for appearance, size, weight and wrap
Offer suggestions/samples for purchases and ways to use products and wrap poultry, seafood and meat to order
Maintain fully stocked, attractive displays, while maintaining proper storage conditions using color and texture to enhance. See that displays are replenished, rotated, checked for quality.
Create and take orders including: sales, purchase, special and wholesale
See that items unable to sell are properly disposed of according to VNF guidelines
Understand inventory procedures and receive meat shipments according to established policies
Adhere to open/close procedures, use HACCP log, passport etc.
Adhere to merchandising/sign branding standards and make signs and shelf tags
Business Operations, Safety and Compliance
Alert Management of potential theft or other emergencies
Report customer suggestions, comments, and complaints to Deal, Meat & Seafood Manager
Answer phone calls, check phone messages daily, and take customer orders accurately
Pull short-date or low-quality items, record and dispose of them following established procedures
Monitor cooler and freezer temperatures and keep coolers, food prep and storage areas in clean, sanitary condition, meeting health department standards.
Fill out HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) log daily
Advise Meat Manager of equipment repair, replacement needs, and safety concerns
Check deliveries for damage, quality and accuracy, notify Meat Manager of discrepancies. Rotate deliveries into storage.
Attend staff meetings, assigned training requirements and participate in inventory counts
Identifies self as employee by being in VNF attire and name tag
Perform any other duty as assigned by Management Team
Requirements
Mandatory Qualifications:
18+ years of age
1 - 3 years previous butchering or meat cutting experience
Customer service experience
Excellent time management, organizational and communication (oral, aural, & written) skills with open availability
Detail oriented and able to multi-task and remain flexible to the changing needs of the business
Regular, predictable attendance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with natural foods, grocery industry or cooperatives
Physical Demands:
Ability to lift/push/pull/carry 50+ pounds frequently
Manual dexterity with ability to reach, grasp and perform repetitive motions with hands, wrists, and fingers for extended periods of time
Mid-range visual acuity to operate meat processing equipment for extended periods of time
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Regular exposure to working in refrigerated and frozen environments
Ability to climb ladders, kneel, crouch, and bend occasionally required
Must be willing and able to physically handle all products that Valley Natural Foods meat department carries, including pork
Reports To:Deal, Meat & Seafood Manager
Department, Status and Salary:Meat, Full Time, Hourly (At Will)
Valley Natural Foods Core Competencies
Adaptability/Flexibility/Dependability
Communication/Listening Skills
Customer Service/Customer Focus
Integrity/Ethics
Sense of Urgency/Productivity
Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills
Work Environment/Safety/Job Knowledge
Position Specific Competencies
Product Knowledge
Quality
The information above is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performance by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. VNF management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary. This is not an employment contract and does not interfere with MN’s Employment At Will Law.
Salary Description
Minimum of $19.00 per hour