Meat Cutter

Just like finishing a hard day's work on the farm, working at Sunterra will provide you with a sense of ownership, pride and the satisfaction of a job well done. You'll feel a sense of belonging when you join our growing Sunterra family as well as a sense of fulfilment as Full time and part-time Team Members will receive a discount of 50% off selected prepared foods when enjoyed in-store (these items vary by location) and a general discount on groceries!

As a member of the meat & seafood department, your role will include preparation of different cuts of meat & seafood, setting and maintaining attractive fresh displays, prepare and package custom orders, and assure that all objectives and goals of the department and store, as communicated by the Market Manager, and leadership team, are met or exceeded. You will ensure a positive company image by providing legendary customer service.

Full-time Open Availability Required

Duties &  Responsibilities:

• Sharpen and adjust knives and cutting equipment
• Receive, inspect, and store meat & seafood upon delivery
• Cut, debone, or grind pieces of meat, poultry, and fish.
• Cut and trim meat from larger, wholesale portions into steaks, chops, roasts, and other cuts.
• Weigh, wrap, and display meat & seafood products
• Cut or prepare meats/seafood to specification or customers’ orders
• Store meats in refrigerators or freezers at the required temperature
• Clean equipment and work areas to maintain health and sanitation standards
• Perform other duties as assigned by Team Lead/Market Manager.

Qualifications:

• Previous Customer Service Experience.
• Experienced familiarity with a variety of cuts on different types of meats (for retail)
• Math skills
• WHIMS certification requirement (Sunterra will provide online training)
• Food Safety certification requirement (Sunterra will provide online training)
• Meat department experience in a retail setting OR
• Charcuterie/Meat Cutting Certification or culinary focused post-secondary
• Can lift up to 40 pounds.
• Must be self-motivated and solution-oriented.
• Is available for flexible scheduling to meet the needs of the department.

Working Conditions:

• Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time.
• Some exposure to temperature variations and wet conditions.
• Caution while working with Meat Cutters and machinery and sharp knives.
• May walk and work on uneven surfaces.
• Requires some reaching above and below shoulder height.
• Repetitive use of hands with power grasping and fine manipulation.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Discounted or free food
• Extended health care
• Store discount

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• meat cutting: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person