Meat Cutter (Permanent) at Co-op

Ucluelet, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

27.91

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Meat cutting, Food safety, Sanitation, Customer service, Stock rotation, Knife skills, Equipment operation, Product packaging, Inventory management, Communication, Interpersonal skills, Teamwork, Attention to detail, Meat handling

Industry

Retail

Description

As a Meat Cutter at Ucluelet Co-op, you will play a vital role in delivering personalized service to our valued members. We prioritize establishing strong relationships with our members and fostering an environment that encourages their continued patronage. We are seeking a positive, dependable individual with a professional approach and a commitment to exceptional customer service. Duties & Responsibilities: * Receive, inspect, store, and prepare meats, fish, and seafood, using knives and equipment to cut, fillet, and trim products for sale. * Ensure compliance with co-op and government food safety, sanitation, and health standards. * Maintain stock rotation (FIFO) and complete all required logs and charts (e.g., grinder and temperature logs). * Provide excellent customer service by greeting customers, assisting with product inquiries, and ensuring a positive shopping experience. * Package, wrap, display, and price meat products; assist with large or special orders. * Follow production charts and stock control sheets to maintain displays and ensure compliance with quality and food safety standards. * Perform general housekeeping duties to maintain safe, clean, and organized work areas, including sharpening equipment and monitoring refrigeration temperatures in compliance with food safety standards. * Maintains tools and equipment, disposes of garbage and debris, assists with regular cleanups, and reports any concerns to the team leader. * Perform receiving duties when required * Come to work with a positive, professional approach and attitude * Be dependable on all scheduled shifts * Provide outstanding courteous customer service * Be familiar with and adhere to all Ucluelet Co-op policies and procedures * Other duties as assigned Qualifications: * Previous experience in meat handling, retail, or food service is an asset * Knowledge of meat cuts, storage, and safe handling procedures is an asset * Ability to operate meat cutting equipment safely (slicers, saws, grinders) * Journeyman Meat Cutter Certificate – preferred * Previous experience in customer service role preferred * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work effectively in a team environment * Attention to detail and accuracy * Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends Working Conditions: * Flexibility in scheduling, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays * Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours) * Physically demanding tasks including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and occasional stair climbing Benefits: * Fully Employer Paid Benefits Package (Extended Health Care, Dental, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance) * Pension Plan * Employee Family Assistance Program * Competitive bi-weekly wages within the retail market * Regular milestone increases every 1040 hours up to 10400 hours * Tuition Assistance * Opportunities for further development and advancement * Wage: $20.35 – $27.91 per hour, based on experience. Join us at Ucluelet Co-op and be a part of an exciting team dedicated to providing quality products and exceptional service to our community. Ucluelet Co-op embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.

Responsibilities

The Meat Cutter is responsible for receiving, inspecting, and preparing meat and seafood products while maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation. They also provide exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers and ensuring displays are well-stocked and accurately priced.