Meat Cutter Specialist

1 month ago


Seattle, Washington, United States Uwajimaya Full time
About Uwajimaya

Uwajimaya, a family-owned business since 1928, is a cornerstone of Asian grocery retailing in the Pacific Northwest. We're seeking dedicated individuals to join our dynamic team and contribute to our legacy of excellence.

Job Summary

The Meat Cutter 2 (Journeyperson) at Uwajimaya is responsible for providing exceptional customer service by offering the freshest meat products in the Pacific Northwest. This role requires a strong understanding of meat cutting equipment and techniques, as well as excellent communication skills to effectively interact with customers.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a friendly and approachable demeanor.
  • Identify and cut various types of meat, presenting a variety of meat items.
  • Ensure adherence to health department and company policies to maintain a safe environment for both dining and workplace activities.
  • Prepare traditional and specialty cuts, ensuring compliance with department standards.
  • Weigh, wrap, and label meat accurately, adhering to COOL guidelines.
  • Attractively display products, maintain stock levels, and check quality throughout the day.
  • Monitor and manage inventory levels to meet business needs.
  • Purchase quality meat from approved vendors, following department procedures.
  • Receive, inspect, and store incoming products, ensuring proper rotation and cleanliness.
  • Coordinate returns and credits, maintaining accurate accounting records.
  • Greet customers with a smile and cut meat according to their requests.
  • Provide information on product use, benefits, and offer recipes and menu suggestions.
  • Cross-merchandise and upsell products when opportunities arise.
  • Handle customer complaints and escalate as needed.
  • Keep the meat department, counters, display cases, and equipment clean and organized.
Requirements
  • Employment at the Bellevue, Renton, or Seattle Uwajimaya location requires a union membership.
  • Minimum of 2 years of meat cutting experience required.
  • Apprentice Certification for WA employees.
  • Knowledge of meat cutting equipment (slicer, saw, grinder, etc.).
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent plus 2-3 years of experience in area of specialization.
  • Food Handler's Card.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Basic math proficiency, familiarity with ten-key/calculator, and comfortable using computers.
  • Flexible schedule to accommodate varying shifts.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and proactively work independently.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.


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