Cutter Meat -Reg. Ptu - En

Requisition ID: 157481
Career Group: Store Careers
Job Category: Retail - Meat
Travel Requirements: 0 - 10%
Country: Canada (CA)
Province
City: Spruce Grove
Location: 8897 Spruce Grove Safeway
Postal Code: T7X1R2
Safeway grocery stores provide an exceptional food shopping experience to consumers from Vancouver, British Columbia to Thunder Bay, Ontario. We are the newest member of Sobeys Inc.’s retail food offering which serves the needs of Canadians with more than 1,500 stores in over 800 communities from coast-to-coast. Whether it's your first job or you're ready for a new challenge, we have a career to fit your life. Our commitment to delivering top quality products and superior service to our customers, and for giving back to the communities we serve has earned us a reputation as an employer of choice for those looking for an exciting career in food retail.
Overview
About Safeway:
Safeway grocery stores provide an exceptional food shopping experience to consumers from Vancouver, British Columbia to Thunder Bay, Ontario. We are the newest member of Sobeys Inc.’s retail food offering which serves the needs of Canadians with more than 1,500 stores in over 800 communities from coast-to-coast. Whether it's your first job or you're ready for a new challenge, we have a career to fit your life. Our commitment to delivering top quality products and superior service to our customers, and for giving back to the communities we serve has earned us a reputation as an employer of choice for those looking for an exciting career in food retail.
A Day In The Life Of a Meat Cutter
You will deal directly with customers and answer questions on everything from grilling to nutrition. Our highly skilled Meat Cutters are trained here to prepare the outstanding quality cuts that Safeway has built its reputation on. Become part of the team that offers our customers some of our best-selling products.
Experience

• Knowledge of various cuts of meat an asset
• Safeway specific training will be provided
• Strong preference will be given to candidates with previous Retail Meat Cutting experience

Key Responsibilities

• Filling product showcases
• Demonstrates superior customer service in accordance with Safeway’s programs
• Receiving and rotating product
• Cleaning and sanitizing of work area
• Cut and prepare meat products for display using knives and saws
• Maintaining and building merchandise displays in compliance with Safeway programs
• Greets customers in a polite and friendly manner
• Stocking various meat products to shelves
• Use of commercial power equipment
• Order writing
• Upholds and complies with company procedures, standards and policies in all situations

Job Requirements
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Must be available to be scheduled anytime on Sunday (Alberta Only)
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written form
• Evening and weekend availability is strongly encouraged
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Previous Retail Meat Cutting experience an asset
• Available to work flexible hours
• Possess strong Customer Service qualities
• Ability to learn quickly
• Highly motivated and team oriented
• Works in a Safe and responsible manner

Physical Requirements

• Constant hand coordination, reaching and gripping
• Constant lifting of up to 20 pounds
• (Seldom: Not Daily, Rare: 0-5% of shift, Occasional: 6-33% of shift, Frequent: 34-66% of shift, Constant: 66-100% of shift)
• Occasional exposure to cold temperatures
• Occasional lifting of between 20-100 pounds
• Frequent standing, squatting, bending, walking, twisting, pushing or pulling

Why Work For Us

• We are an award winning organization that is renowned for its inclusive work environment and recognized as a great place to work
• We offer regular pay increases for hourly employees, flexible scheduling and a comprehensive benefit plan that includes employer funded prescription drug coverage, vision care, dental coverage, and pension plan for eligible employees
• If you want the chance to join one of the best retail teams in the industry, enhance your skill set, learn from experts and advance your career, this is the place to be
• We are looking for friendly, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy giving our customers the best shopping experience

While all responses are appreciated only those being considered for interviews will be acknowledged.
We appreciate the interest from the Staffing industry however respectfully request no calls or unsolicited resumes from Agencies.