Job Title: Meat Cutter- Floater
FLSA Status: Hourly
Reports To: Meat Manager
The Meat Cutter- Floater will assist in any and all tasks performed within the Meat Department in order to provide our guest with exceptional products and services. The Meat Cutter- Floater fills in at various stores to ensure the store’s meat department provides positive earnings and the department operates at standards set by Festival Foods. Delivers the highest level of customer service and satisfaction, by trimming and preparing standard cuts of meat. Demonstrates excellent teamwork, interpersonal skills, and commitment to the success of the team.
Job DescriptionESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Case Presentations/Meat Cutting/Production/Training
Responsible for traveling to multiple stores to ensure department standards are achieved by cutting meat, working service counter, filling processed or frozen meat/seafood and training meat department associates. While in an assigned store, assists Meat Manager to achieve business metric goals. Additional responsibilities may include product ordering, merchandising, productivity and maintaining control of shrink to meet company goals. Ensure all quality standards are being met, including quantity expectations at 100% by 10 am and 4PM. This will include the need to assist in filling of all cases as needed. (Service/self-service fresh, frozen and processed cases). Contributes to overall department goals and objectives by assisting other areas of the department as available and requested.Responsible for all non-case ready meat production including cutting, trimming, grinding, wrapping, marinating, sausage making, etc.Increases sales by being fussy about the details ensuring visually appealing products.Reduces shrink by following production planning tools/cutting lists, recipes, following accurate trim standards, not pre-trimming primals, and minimizing waste.Maintains an adequate level of supplies in the Meat department by replenishing items as needed.Collaborating daily with the Meat Manager and Assistant Meat Manager on proper par levels for fresh meat cuts/grinds including fresh meat backstock in freezers and coolers.Assist in the writing/placing of meat orders and meat supplies.Assists in training of our Utility team members including grinding, cutting product for the service counter, cutting special orders, wrapping, properly labeling and filling product. Contributes to overall cleanliness of the department by performing daily department sanitation, picking up, organizing, and cleaning work areas, shelving, and sales floor as needed.Required to maintain food safety and grind logs.Complete periodic cutting yield tests with meat manager and assistant manager.Verify meat deliveries for accuracy.Inspect displayed products for close or expired dates and remove when necessary. Maintain markdown policy.Other duties as assigned.Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
Guest Service
Provides customer service to guests including assisting Guests at the service counterAssists guests with finding items they are looking for, answers questions regarding types, cuts, and suggested preparation of meats. Takes special orders and other special requests and completes them in a timely manner.Answers the telephone and assists callers using proper phone etiquette.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
WI Certified Food Manager License (Festival to reimburse if associate obtains while employed)Ability to lead, coach and motivate others Ensures thorough and consistent training for all new and current Meat Department associatesAbility to deal tactfully and effectively with guests and all associatesCommunicates and works collaboratively with Store Director, Meat Director, Training and Execution Specialists and other Department Managers to maintain high standards and exceed guest expectationsKnowledge of technology and the use of a computerAbility to read, write, and perform simple math problemsGood oral and written communication skillsThorough knowledge of the retail food business, thorough knowledge of perishable department operations, merchandising skills, and must be able to make timely and effective decisionsAbility to process all varieties of meat while operating tools safelyThorough understanding of types, cuts, and preparation methods of meatsRequires proper training and knowledge of certain equipment and procedures needed to complete the jobAbility to interpret and follow instructions and solve problemsUnderstanding of, or ability to quickly learn applicable local, state, and federal regulations, food handling and sanitation requirementsQualified applicants must be over the age of 18Must have minimum of 12 months previous experience cutting meat including using knives and power equipment, such as slicers, grinders, cubing machine and power saw preferredContributes to overall cleanliness of the department by picking up, organizing, and cleaning work areas, shelving, and sales floor as neededAbility to travel to multiple work locationsEffective oral and written communication skillsExcellent Customer Service SkillsMust be dependable and flexibleReinforces Festival culture, guest service, and performance expectations to all Meat associates
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand in one place for a long period of time, bend, stoop, and kneel regularlyLifting 50 to 80 pounds on an occasional basisRepetitive arm and hand movements, eye-hand coordination, substantial hand strength, and standing in place for long periods of timeMay be exposed to extreme temperatures. Market Area Meat Cutter/Trainer perform their duties primarily in the cutting room, where the temperature ranges from 40 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit at all timesAbility to travel to multiple locations
WORK SCHEDULE
The Meat Cutter- Floater is an hourly position that is a full-time work scheduleThe work schedule will greatly include mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays, with the flexibility to work evenings or overnight as neededBe able to travel up to 50 miles from home store
Company Overview
ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:
We are a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.
At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You’ll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests – even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Description
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Case Presentations/Meat Cutting/Production/Training
Responsible for traveling to multiple stores to ensure department standards are achieved by cutting meat, working service counter, filling processed or frozen meat/seafood and training meat department associates. While in an assigned store, assists Meat Manager to achieve business metric goals. Additional responsibilities may include product ordering, merchandising, productivity and maintaining control of shrink to meet company goals. Ensure all quality standards are being met, including quantity expectations at 100% by 10 am and 4PM. This will include the need to assist in filling of all cases as needed. (Service/self-service fresh, frozen and processed cases). Contributes to overall department goals and objectives by assisting other areas of the department as available and requested.Responsible for all non-case ready meat production including cutting, trimming, grinding, wrapping, marinating, sausage making, etc.Increases sales by being fussy about the details ensuring visually appealing products.Reduces shrink by following production planning tools/cutting lists, recipes, following accurate trim standards, not pre-trimming primals, and minimizing waste.Maintains an adequate level of supplies in the Meat department by replenishing items as needed.Collaborating daily with the Meat Manager and Assistant Meat Manager on proper par levels for fresh meat cuts/grinds including fresh meat backstock in freezers and coolers.Assist in the writing/placing of meat orders and meat supplies.Assists in training of our Utility team members including grinding, cutting product for the service counter, cutting special orders, wrapping, properly labeling and filling product. Contributes to overall cleanliness of the department by performing daily department sanitation, picking up, organizing, and cleaning work areas, shelving, and sales floor as needed.Required to maintain food safety and grind logs.Complete periodic cutting yield tests with meat manager and assistant manager.Verify meat deliveries for accuracy.Inspect displayed products for close or expired dates and remove when necessary. Maintain markdown policy.Other duties as assigned.Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences
Guest Service
Provides customer service to guests including assisting Guests at the service counterAssists guests with finding items they are looking for, answers questions regarding types, cuts, and suggested preparation of meats. Takes special orders and other special requests and completes them in a timely manner.Answers the telephone and assists callers using proper phone etiquette.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
WI Certified Food Manager License (Festival to reimburse if associate obtains while employed)Ability to lead, coach and motivate others Ensures thorough and consistent training for all new and current Meat Department associatesAbility to deal tactfully and effectively with guests and all associatesCommunicates and works collaboratively with Store Director, Meat Director, Training and Execution Specialists and other Department Managers to maintain high standards and exceed guest expectationsKnowledge of technology and the use of a computerAbility to read, write, and perform simple math problemsGood oral and written communication skillsThorough knowledge of the retail food business, thorough knowledge of perishable department operations, merchandising skills, and must be able to make timely and effective decisionsAbility to process all varieties of meat while operating tools safelyThorough understanding of types, cuts, and preparation methods of meatsRequires proper training and knowledge of certain equipment and procedures needed to complete the jobAbility to interpret and follow instructions and solve problemsUnderstanding of, or ability to quickly learn applicable local, state, and federal regulations, food handling and sanitation requirementsQualified applicants must be over the age of 18Must have minimum of 12 months previous experience cutting meat including using knives and power equipment, such as slicers, grinders, cubing machine and power saw preferredContributes to overall cleanliness of the department by picking up, organizing, and cleaning work areas, shelving, and sales floor as neededAbility to travel to multiple work locationsEffective oral and written communication skillsExcellent Customer Service SkillsMust be dependable and flexibleReinforces Festival culture, guest service, and performance expectations to all Meat associates
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stand in one place for a long period of time, bend, stoop, and kneel regularlyLifting 50 to 80 pounds on an occasional basisRepetitive arm and hand movements, eye-hand coordination, substantial hand strength, and standing in place for long periods of timeMay be exposed to extreme temperatures. Market Area Meat Cutter/Trainer perform their duties primarily in the cutting room, where the temperature ranges from 40 to 50 degrees Fahrenheit at all timesAbility to travel to multiple locations
WORK SCHEDULE
The Meat Cutter- Floater is an hourly position that is a full-time work scheduleThe work schedule will greatly include mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays, with the flexibility to work evenings or overnight as neededBe able to travel up to 50 miles from home store
Benefits Overview
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:
Associate Discount: Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.
Weekly Pay & Premium Pay: Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.
Two-Week Advanced Scheduling: Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.
Vision & Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.
Support: Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.
Save for Your Future: Offering both a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan, we’re proud to support our associates in planning for retirement by offering two retirement savings plans. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals. Our ESOP is a retirement plan above and beyond a 401(k) plan that gives associates “free” ownership in the company and an opportunity to share in Festival’s growth and success. Associates are given shares based on their years of service and earnings.
At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Festival Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and our community strengthen our ability to serve our guests, as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people. Address 2415 Westowne Avenue City Oshkosh State WI Postal Code 54904 Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer <p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later.</span></p> Share on your newsfeed Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Click here to get started. Application FAQs
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