Meat Clerk

Meat Clerk PositionMeat Clerk personnel wrap and package cuts of meat and poultry and assist with the proper presentation of all meat department products into coolers for customers.ResponsibilitiesEssential duties and responsibilities include:Weigh, label and/or package meat or seafood to be displayed for customersLift and carry merchandise from back room onto rolling stock cart or directly to display coolersCheck product quality to ensure freshness. Review "sell by" dates and take appropriate action. Rotate products by date to maintain freshnessLabel, stock and inventory department merchandiseMaintain refrigerated cases with appetizing displays of products for saleAssist customers by answering questions regarding products sold within the department; Remain knowledgeable about the products sold within the departmentStay current with present, future, seasonal and special adsKeep work area clean, orderly, and free from safety hazards; Wash, sanitize, and store knives and other department utensils and equipment properlyUse all equipment in meat department properly such as the refrigerators, freezers, scales, slicers and wrapping device according to company guidelines; report any equipment malfunctions to managerMaintain all requirements for sanitary work area to keep food safe from contamination; adhere to proper procedures with all aspects of federal, state, local and company health, safety and sanitation codesWhen working the end of day shift, complete all required cleaning procedures including, but not limited to hosing down the floor, cleaning countertops, meat cutting equipment, etc.Report all accidents promptly according to company proceduresAttend and participate in departmental and store meetingsPunctuality and good attendance in compliance with company policiesPerforms other work-related duties as required to accomplish the objectives of the positionSecondary duties and responsibilities include:Ensure country of origin labels and/or signage is correct for department productsReport product ordering/shipping discrepancies to the department managerStay current with present, future, seasonal and special adsAssist with customer areas of Meat, Deli and Seafood when neededAssist with unloading and/or verifying merchandise off meat delivery trucks when neededQualificationsMinimum requirements include:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and minimum of 18 years of age; Current food safety training certificate required and must be renewed every three (3) years.Competencies, skills and/or qualifications include:Ability to use department equipment properly to accomplish essential duties of the positionAbility to read, write and speak English and Spanish preferredAbility to understand and follow instructions in both English and Spanish preferredAbility and willingness to effectively present information and respond to questions in one-on-one and small group situations with managers, co-workers and customersGood interpersonal skillsTakes responsibility for own actionsAbility to work hours and days scheduled, including holidays and weekendsBasic math and numerical skills required including weights, measures and identifying product codesAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral or diagram formDemonstrates accuracy and thoroughnessPhysical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:Stand in one place for extended periods of timeWalkUse fingers and handsReach with hands and armsUse repetitive motion with armsTalk and hearUse sense of smellClose vision, have eye-hand coordination and peripheral visionThe employee is frequently required to:Carry, lift and/or move departmental products and merchandisePush and pull carts of departmental products and merchandiseStoop or bend at the waistTwist back and/or neckCrouch or bend at the kneesThe employee is occasionally to rarely required to:SitClimbBalanceWork EnvironmentThe individual performs duties in a grocery store environment. He or she maintains frequent contact with supervisors, employees and customers. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.In this position, there is the frequent use of gloves, knives, wrapping devices, meat and cheese slicers, case cutter, stock cart, refrigerators, freezers, coolers, and cleaning supplies and equipment. Floor surfaces may get slippery therefore caution and safety is mandatory. Proper attire is required to tolerate freezing temperatures.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.