Meat Wrapper / FT Columbus, OH

Purpose

The Meat Wrapper learns the skills of handling fresh meat and other meat products, safe, sanitary and efficient operation of the meat department, ordering and inventory, equipment operations, and merchandising according to standards set by the company. They merchandise and present fresh meat to maximize sales. The Meat Wrapper demonstrates excellent teamwork, interpersonal skills, and commitment to the success of the team.

Responsibilities

Learns to package authorized beef, pork and poultry items according to company policies and procedures

Wraps, weighs and prices cuts of meat

Labels packages according to COOL, USDA and company standards

Ensures displays and case signs are updated appropriately, and that meat is merchandised and presented to maximize sales

May assist with product ordering

Maintains proper date rotation for dated and undated products per company policy, both in the display case and in the storage cooler

Prepares and places meat cuts and products in display counter according to company policy & procedures so they will appear attractive and appealing to the customers

Receives, inspects, and stores meat upon delivery, to maintain cold chain and ensure meat quality

Completes cleaning and sanitation of meat cases and meat rooms, ensuring excellent sanitation and quality standards are achieved and maintained

Responsible to follow and execute all company policies and procedures which includes but is not limited to: COOL, Food Safety, Sanitation, Meat/Produce Scale operation, Mark Downs, Inventory Processes, Meat POG’s, Meat Cutter Resource Manual, Daily Manager Signoff and Meat Cutting List

Protects company property, funds, and merchandise

Responsibilities may include other perishable and non-perishable related duties necessary to maintain optimal store performance

About You

Must be 18 years of age

High School diploma or equivalent required

Experience in grocery perishable department or meat wrapping preferred

Experience safely using manual pallet jacks, hand tools and power equipment, including but not limited to, knives, wrappers, scales, slicers, cubing machine, and power saw (where certified to cut meat) preferred

Company work history will be strongly considered, including attendance, work performance, safety, policy compliance, and performance management

Proficiency in basic math skills required, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division

Must be able to read, write and speak in English

Demonstrate effective oral and written communication

Language proficiency in Spanish or other languages are a plus in certain locations

Must be dependable and flexible, including a willingness to work in other areas of the store as needed with little or no advance notice

Some travel may be required

Excellent customer service, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

Must adhere to a uniform dress code

Competencies

Speed & Simplicity: Simplifies tasks and routines by following procedures and suggesting small, sensible improvements

Action Oriented: Takes initiative to meet objectives

Drives Results: Pushes self to achieve goals and results

Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear messages and adapts communication to different situations and people

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