Meat Specialist

About Us:

At Whole Foods Market IP, L.P., we are committed to providing high-quality products and exceptional customer service. Our team is dedicated to creating a positive shopping experience for our customers.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Meat Specialist to join our fresh meat team. As a key member of our retail staff, you will be responsible for ensuring that our meat products meet the highest standards of quality and freshness. This role requires excellent cutting skills, knowledge of different cuts and cooking techniques, and strong communication skills to effectively interact with customers and colleagues.

Responsibilities:

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• Cut, prepare, and merchandise meat products according to company standards">
• Prepare specialty meat merchandise such as sausage, oven-ready products, and cured meats">
• Check product quality to ensure it meets WFM standards">
• Maintain sampling program and monitor product spoilage">
• Mentor and support assigned Meat Cutter Trainees">
• Provide excellent customer service, address customer needs in a timely manner, and model suggestive selling techniques">
• Maximize sales potential through effective prepping, storing, rotating, stocking, and merchandising of products">
• Follow established procedures for Weights and Measures, health and sanitation, and safe work practices">
• Maintain a clean and sanitary working environment and equipment">
• Perform opening, mid, and closing duties as assigned and ensure accuracy of signs and pricing">
• Immediately report safety hazards and violations">
• Perform other duties as assigned by store, regional, or national leadership">

Requirements:

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• Working understanding of meat team processes and procedures">
• Excellent cutting skills with ability to bread product down into sub-primal and retail cuts">
• Extensive knowledge of different cuts and cooking techniques of meat and seafood">
• Ability to visually examine products for quality and freshness">
• Strong to excellent communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team">
• Ability to deliver information in a clear and respectful manner to fellow Team Members, customers, and vendors">
• Ability to meet customer service expectations and standards in all interactions with customers, vendors, and Team Members">
• Ability to follow directions and procedures; effective time management and organization skills">
• Passion for natural foods and the mission of Whole Foods Market">
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a sense of urgency">
• Understanding of and compliance with WFM quality goals">
• 14+ months retail experience and successful completion of WFM Butcher Apprentice Program or an equivalent training program">

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary range of $16.50 - $23.35 per hour, commensurate with experience. In addition to a fair compensation package, we provide opportunities for career growth and professional development within our company.

About Working at Whole Foods Market:

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates who share our commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and promoting a culture of inclusion and respect in the workplace.

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