Meat Cutter Specialist​/Meat Clerk-Richmond

Position Summary

Lee’s Marketplace is a family-owned grocery chain committed to providing an enjoyable shopping experience for our guests. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality products, exceptional service, and a friendly, welcoming environment. We value our team members and treat them like family, and we strive to make a positive impact in the communities in which we serve.

The Meat Cutter Specialist is a highly skilled team member responsible for breaking down, cutting, trimming, and preparing various meat products according to company standards and guest preferences. In addition to advanced cutting techniques, the Meat Cutter Specialist provides exceptional service by assisting guests with custom orders, educating them on cuts and cooking methods, and maintaining a clean, safe, and well‑organized workspace.

Once primary meat cutting responsibilities are completed, the Meat Cutter Specialist is expected to support other department needs—including stocking, cleaning, and assisting team members—under the direction of leadership.

• Perform skilled cutting, boning, trimming, grinding, and portioning of beef, pork, poultry, and seafood products.
• Execute custom meat cutting requests while maintaining accuracy and guest satisfaction.
• Ensure all meat products are properly displayed, rotated, and merchandised in the case.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in cutting areas and equipment.
• Adhere to food safety, temperature, and storage guidelines at all times.
• Assist with receiving, inspecting, and storing meat deliveries.
• Operate and maintain department equipment (band saws, slicers, grinders, knives) safely and efficiently.
• Stay knowledgeable about meat grades, cuts, cooking methods, and guest preferences.
• Collaborate with the Meat Manager and team on inventory needs, promotions, and merchandising strategies.
• Provide outstanding guest service through product knowledge, recommendations, and custom solutions.
• Follow department procedures and help train junior staff or meat clerks as needed.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

• Greet and assist guests in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Provide knowledgeable answers to guest inquiries.
• Provide knowledgeable, expert‑level assistance to guest inquiries by offering product recommendations, cooking tips, and guidance on meat cuts, preparation methods, and alternatives based on their needs.
• Promote and exemplify a high level of morale within department and store, utilizing friendly but professional methods of honest and open communication with guests and team members.
• Provides excellent guest service by acknowledging guests promptly and taking their orders accurately. Prepares and processes the guest’s orders promptly and finalizes their purchase in a friendly manner.
• Displays excellent problems solving skills and prides themselves on finding the best resolution that exemplifies the “Lee’s Way‑ doing what’s best for our guests, our team, and our company”.
• Be familiar with, and assist customers with use of, Lee’s Marketplace website.

• Store raw and prepared meat products at correct temperatures and in designated areas to prevent cross‑contamination and ensure freshness.
• Follow First‑In, First‑Out (FIFO) procedures to minimize waste and ensure older inventory is used or sold first.
• Carefully transport meat products from receiving to storage, prep areas, and display cases while avoiding temperature abuse or physical damage.
• Accurately wrap, weigh, and label all products with correct descriptions, pricing, and dates in compliance with food safety regulations.
• Handle large cuts of meat and break them down into portions for case display, guest orders, or repackaging—ensuring uniformity and proper yield.
• Always use clean, sanitized tools and gloves while handling products to prevent contamination. Regularly clean and sanitize workstations, cutting boards, and equipment.
• Properly dispose of scraps and inedible parts, and document any product shrink or spoilage according to department guidelines.
• Assist in receiving meat shipments, checking for quality, temperature, and accuracy against…