Meat Market Clerk at North Bay Grocers – Sebastopol, California

Meat Market Clerk

Join our team as a Meat Market Clerk and become a vital part of delivering exceptional customer service and high-quality meat products. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual who enjoys engaging with customers and takes pride in maintaining a well-organized, clean, and inviting meat department. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop foundational skills in meat cutting and inventory management while contributing to a positive shopping experience for our guests.

Key Responsibilities:

- Interact with guests in a friendly, professional manner, providing excellent customer service

- Wrap, label, and price meat products accurately and efficiently

- Stock and rotate inventory to ensure freshness and proper stock levels

- Maintain attractive and well-merchandised displays to enhance the shopping environment

- Develop basic knife skills to perform meat-cutting tasks such as breaking down chickens, portioning seafood, and processing trim for grinds

- Perform daily department closing duties, including sanitation, organization, and securing the area

- Follow all safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a clean and safe work environment

Skills and Qualifications:

- Strong customer service skills with a positive attitude

- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

- Basic knife handling skills or willingness to learn

- Attention to detail and organizational skills

- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as lifting and bending

- Prior experience in meat cutting or food service is a plus but not required; training will be provided

- Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic

We foster a collaborative and growth-oriented environment where team members are valued and encouraged to develop their skills. If you are passionate about providing excellent service and eager to learn more about meat preparation, we invite you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.

1-Provide prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable customer service at the service case and sales floor

2-Assist guests with product selection, custom cuts, and cooking recommendations

3-Wrap, label, and price products accurately according to company standards

4-Stock, rotate, and face product to maintain freshness and proper dating (FIFO)

5-Monitor and maintain proper case temperatures and product quality

6-Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines, including handwashing and glove use

7-Maintain clean and organized work areas throughout the shift

8-Grind and replenish ground meat according to production schedules

9-Break down poultry and portion seafood as trained

10-Process trim for grinds and value-added products

11-Dispose of waste and renderings according to department procedures

12-Complete end-of-night cleaning and closing checklists

13-Communicate effectively with Meat Cutters and department leadership regarding production needs

14-Adhere to all company policies, safety standards, and knife-handling procedures