Meat Processing Associate

2 months ago


Portland, Oregon, United States New Seasons Market Full time
About the Role:

This position is responsible for assisting the Lead Meat Cutter in the processing of all cuts of beef, lamb, and pork products. The successful candidate will be responsible for ordering and maintaining production schedules, providing exceptional customer service, and contributing to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Engage with customers in a friendly manner, share product information, and assist in locating products throughout the store.
  • Seek opportunities to exceed customer expectations and enhance the customer experience.
  • Manage own time effectively, model a flexible work style, and adapt to changing priorities and circumstances.
  • Represent company values, work cooperatively with fellow team members, customers, and vendors, and maintain a respectful workplace.
  • Give and receive feedback in a constructive manner, demonstrating a commitment to the company's Speak Up culture.
  • Conserve company resources, work in accordance with company mission, vision, and values, and sustainability program.
  • Adhere to work and food safety policies, maintain equipment, and inform store/department management of any problems.
  • Observe all company rules and policies, understand and comply with specific department or location guidelines, tasks, and responsibilities.
Position Responsibilities:
  • Wrap, weigh, and price meat and seafood products according to department policy, dating, and government regulations.
  • Work with the Lead Meat Cutter to ensure all meat and seafood items are cut, trimmed, and processed in accordance with company standards.
  • Fulfill cutting, ordering, inventory, and other tasks as needed in the absence of the Lead Meat Cutter.
  • Support the ordering of meat products according to anticipated sales and seasonal needs, maintain appropriate inventory levels, and achieve sales and margin goals.
  • Stock, rotate, and face cases, adhere to Merch standards, category schematics, quality, and expiration dates.
  • Maintain awareness of industry trends, current ads, promotions, holidays, and events, and plan for weekly ads, events, and holidays using tools and reports.
  • Partner with the Lead Meat Cutter to assess and adjust production needs based on sales and production schedules, maintain production levels, and update production guides.
  • Collaborate with department management to maintain excellent department conditions, including appearance, cleanliness, signage, staffing, and service levels.
  • Receive and unload merchandise, check quality, count for accuracy, and condition, and communicate any issues to management and merchandising teams.
  • Assist customers with product selection, share product knowledge, make recommendations, and suggestions based on customer needs.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with products in the department, including terminology, cuts, recommended product uses, vendor/supplier information, and product labeling, with the ability to continue learning.
  • Adhere to department compliance with company organic standards.
  • Complete customer special orders thoroughly and provide follow-through as needed.
  • Maintain accurate pricing and signage that meet merchandising standards.
  • Follow company procedures for processing invoices, transfers, and credits.
  • Handle damaged and spoiled product according to company policy.
  • Maintain the organization, rotation, and cleanliness of back stock areas.
  • May participate in other activities, such as inventories, scheduling, and performance reviews.
  • Notify department management or Manager On Duty of any situations relating to customer service, safety, productivity, security, or any other situation that may have an adverse effect on the store.
Physical and Environmental Work Space:

This position works in a grocery store environment, which includes surfaces that can be wet and slippery, moderate noise levels, and temperature extremes in controlled environments in the cooler and freezer. There may be exposure to certain allergens and/or chemicals. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and other applicable state or local law, we will make reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.



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