What are the responsibilities and job description for the Meat Clerk position at Market Square?
Job Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Meat Clerk and become a vital part of delivering fresh, high-quality meat products to our valued customers. In this energetic role, you will handle various aspects of meat preparation, processing, and packaging while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. Your expertise will help create an inviting shopping experience, supporting customers with knowledgeable service and maintaining the freshness and safety of all perishable goods. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop culinary skills and deepen your understanding of the food industry in a fast-paced retail environment.
Duties
- Prepare and process a variety of meats, including trimming, slicing, and cutting to meet customer specifications using appropriate knife skills and meat processing machines
- Operate meat processing equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to food safety sanitizing procedures and food safety management standards
- Package meat products carefully to ensure freshness, proper labeling, and presentation for retail sale
- Conduct visual inspections for quality control, ensuring all products meet safety and quality standards before display or sale
- Maintain proper handling of perishable goods, including storage, rotation, and inventory management to minimize waste
- Assist customers with their meat selections by providing knowledgeable advice on cuts, preparation methods, and cooking tips while delivering excellent customer service
- Follow food handling protocols diligently to ensure hygiene and safety throughout all stages of meat processing and retail display
Qualifications
- Experience in food production, food preparation, or the food industry with a focus on meat processing or butchery preferred
- Proficiency in meat cutting techniques such as trimming, slicing, and using knives safely with basic knife skills required
- Familiarity with food safety sanitizing procedures, visual inspection for quality control, and perishable goods management
- Ability to operate meat processing machines confidently and safely
- Strong customer service skills with a friendly approach to assisting shoppers in a retail store environment
- Basic math skills for weighing, portioning, and inventory calculations
- Kitchen or culinary experience is advantageous; experience handling fish or other seafood is a plus
This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their expertise in the food industry while providing exceptional service. Join us in creating a welcoming shopping experience by ensuring every cut is precise, safe, and of the highest quality!
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18