Meat Clerk

Store/Tienda #20 - Miami GardensThe duties and responsibilities of the position are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with the goals, values and operating principles of Sedano's Supermarkets, and in conformity with all laws and regulations governing the company. Every employee is to follow the policies and procedures of his/her department as well as those of the company to ensure smooth operations. Every employee, regardless of job title, is responsible for ensuring a safe environment throughout the store. This includes, but is not limited to immediately securing an area when a hazardous situation occurs, promptly informing the store manager of the situation, and/or promptly taking action to remove the hazardous condition. Every employee must also maintain a friendly attitude, wear the proper uniform or dress code, keep the store stocked and organized, and provide excellent customer service on a regular basis.ResponsibilitiesMeat 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.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesWeigh, 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 positionQualificationsMinimum Requirements - Education and/or ExperienceHigh 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 QualificationsAbility 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.