Job Description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!

At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who's not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that's constantly evolving.

Main responsibilities:

Albertsons Companies is one of the largest retail employers, providing approximately 300,000 jobs across 2,200 stores, 22 distribution centers, 20 food and beverage plants and various support offices. We operate in 34 states and the District of Columbia under the Albertsons banner, as well as Safeway, Acme, Jewel Osco, Shaw's and many more recognizable names.


Meat Cutter -This is a union position, and bonus eligible. You must be willing and able to work at any location per your CBA.*


If new to the union, please note you will have to pay an initiation fee as well as weekly dues.




A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MEAT CUTTER As a Meat Cutter, no one day is ever the same. This position allows you to be a cut above the rest by ensuring the day-to-day operations and sales of our meat department run smoothly. To be successful in this position, our Meat Cutter is interested in our people (supervising, training, and scheduling), our products (cutting, trimming, and preparing our delicious high quality meats), and delivering customer service to earn the loyalty of the customers we serve. If this sounds like you, we invite you to join our team today!





ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:


Provide high-quality customer service in accordance with Acme customer service standards. Oversee operations and staffing of the Meat Department. Apply and enforce company policies and procedures, include those regarding food, employee and customer safety. Review reports and identify successes and opportunities. Schedule, supervise, train, and assign duties to meat cutters and meat clerks. Follow division guidelines for implementation of the merchandising program. Perform monthly inventory of sales floor and backroom. Maintain accurate inventory and record keeping. Suggest changes to inventory and pricing. Write meat orders for department. Check meat deliveries for accuracy and quality. Culls meat cases daily per division guidelines. Inspects displayed products for expired dates and removes them for distress. Follow division markdown program. Safely use grinder, tenderizer, saw, and knives to cut, trim, and prepare meat products. Perform and comply with internal and regulatory requirements regarding food safety (such as: daily temp /tare log checks). Make signs for displays as needed and ensures pricing integrity. Takes special orders from customers and provides special cuts. Adhere to uniform and grooming policy as defined within company policy.


JOB QUALIFICATIONS


The following describes the general qualifications and physical, sensory and mental abilities normally associated with performing the essential job functions of this position:


Knowledge of and ability to process different cuts of meat Previous experience- 1+ year as a meat wrapper/clerk, meat cutter Prior department operations and staff management experience Ability to operate saws, grinders, and other meat processing machinery Ability to use computer to check for communications, bulletins and access reports Excellent customer service skills Ability to understand and follow instructions, and ability to read, retain and comprehend guidelines, policies and procedures applicable to the position Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently as well as within a large team Self-motivated and driven to increase knowledge of ACME products and share that knowledge with ACME customers Ability to provide regular and predictable attendance. employees may be scheduled to work early mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays, and schedules may vary on a weekly basis) Ability to comply with workplace conduct standards


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


The following attempts to communicate the traditional physical demands associated with this position:


Seldom: 1-2 hours, Occasional: 3-4 hours, Frequent: 5-6 hours, Continuous: 7+ hours (Based on an 8 hour work day.)


Squat/Kneel: Seldom Bend/Stoop: Occasional Lift/Carry: Continuous 1-35 lbs. Push/Pull: Occasional 1-35 lbs. Twist/Turn: Occasional Grip/Grasp: Continuous Reach: Seldom Stand/Walk: Continuous


Job duties and responsibilities may vary by location and employees may be assigned duties and responsibilities in addition to those listed above.


Albertsons Companies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, ACME attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship.

We also provide a variety of benefits including:

Competitive wages paid weekly

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)

Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit

myACI Benefits

Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development

An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values - Click below to view video:

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Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!


Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw's, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson's Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico's Community Markets, King's, Balducci's, and Albertson's Market Street.


Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company's success.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

Disclaimer


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.


Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer


This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.


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