Position OverviewThe Apprentice Meat Cutter will receive training from the Meat Cutter, Department Manager and/or Assistant Dept Manager to perform functions relating to the cutting, display and selling of meat/seafood products and assist with daily tasks in the meat department as directed . Responsibilities also include weighing each package to ensure customers receive the right orders, prepare the workspace, and confirm that all equipment (such as slicers and knives) are in proper working order.

Job Description

Pay: $19 - $22.50

Travel Required: Traveling between Saranac Lake to Peru Location for additional Training.

Description

Provide courteous customer service by answering questions customers may have about purchasing and preparing meat items and seafood product origin, handling techniques, preparation and home storageAssist customers placing or picking up special meat/seafood orders making sure product is packaged properly and in its best condition when sent outReceive training from Meat Cutter and Department Manager and/or Assistant Dept Manager to perform functions relating to the cutting, display and selling of meat/seafood products.Handle customer special orders/requests and forward to Manager in timely mannerFollow proper housekeeping, sanitation, and safety practices to ensure a favorable store image with and safe shopping environment for customersCarry out food safety procedures properlyMaintain, fill, and rotate product in meat casesMove product from coolers to cutting area and return to coolersClean equipmentAssist in other duties as assignedTravel Required:No

Environment

Store : Grocery Warehouse (50F to 90F)

Skills

Specialized Knowledge : Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations..Special Skills : Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions for equipment, and procedure manuals; Ability to write routine reports; Ability to speak effbility to read, write, and perform basic math functions; Possess basic computer skills; Regular visionPhysical abilities: : Constant standing and walking; ability to carry product weighing up to 110 lbs., repetitive arm and hand movements, eye-hand coordination, substantial hand strength.Other: : Safe operation of tools and meat department equipment including box cutters, electric pallet jacks, and other machinery;Customer interaction;

Years Of Experience

0-2 : Some experience in retail or meat operations preferred

Qualifications

Shift1st Shift (United States of America)

CompanyGU Markets, LLC.

About Our Company

Started in 1916, Grand Union was one of the first supermarkets in the United States. Today, there are 11 Grand Union stores in two states, including New York and Vermont. These supermarkets offer competitive prices on a wide variety of fresh foods and an extensive assortment of brand name groceries, as well as signature private brands. Each store contains specialized local assortments to meet local shoppers’ needs. To find locations and learn more about the latest specials, visit www.grandunion.com.