Meat Cutter

Position Summary

This role is responsible for properly cutting all types of meats into various cuts and preparing related products in the specified variety, size, quality, and trim as prescribed by company and department standards. The position also contributes to the financial best interests of the store by completing all other assigned duties promptly.

• Cut and weigh steaks, chops, and other meats for individual servings.
• Produce value‑added products according to established guidelines.
• Cut, trim, and bone carcass sections or prime cuts to reduce to cooking cuts.
• Follow established recipes to grind and tray meats and make sausage and other products.
• Price, date, wrap, and/or bag meat products using department scales.
• Properly fill, rotate, and merchandise shelves, cases, and displays.
• Notify the manager when products and supplies need to be ordered.
• Receive, unload, and stock merchandise.
• Know all products carried in the department, including their price, taste, preparation, and use.
• Practice suggestive selling techniques with customers.
• Maintain a clean, attractive, and well‑stocked department.
• Follow all PPE and safety guidelines.
• Follow all food safety and cleaning expectations.
• Follow guest experience guidelines.
• May be assigned tasks in other departments based on customer experience needs.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of retail or related experience preferred.
• Prior experience in a meat‑cutter or apprentice role strongly preferred.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and interpret documents.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Suggestive selling/knowledge of products.
• Detail oriented.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. The job may involve:

• Lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Standing and walking for extended periods, bending, stooping, twisting, and turning frequently.
• Working in a typical retail store environment with varied temperatures and outside weather conditions.
• Exposure to a low to moderate noise level.
• Travel requirements vary by assignment.

Spartan Nash offers a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

Spartan Nash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two‑way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and veterans. We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.