Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $21.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Employee Discounts
Retirement Plan
Flexible Schedule
Paid holidays
Job Description
Earth Fare Athens is part of a well-known grocery chain dedicated to providing high-quality natural and organic foods to customers who value healthy living and sustainability. Located in Athens, GA, Earth Fare offers a wide variety of fresh foods with an emphasis on wholesome, pure ingredients free from harmful additives. The company emphasizes environmentally responsible practices and a welcoming shopping environment, creating a community where both customers and employees can thrive. Earth Fare values team spirit, integrity, and delivering exceptional customer experience, aiming to provide not just groceries but also education about healthy lifestyles and food choices. This grocery store... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 1 year experience in meat cutting preferred
- Ability to safely handle knives and powered equipment
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel and squat
- Ability to work in cold and hot environments
- Ability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
- Good communication skills
- Ability to follow safety and sanitation protocols
- Must be reliable and punctual
Job Qualifications
- 1+ years meat cutting experience preferred
- Demonstrated ability in knife handling and other cutting equipment
- Knowledge of meat cuts and cooking techniques
- Ability to work independently and within a team
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and assist customers while completing duties
- Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to operate hand-held computer scanners and food scales
- Knowledge of animal living conditions and ability to educate customers
- Willingness to work flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays
- Ability to uphold company policies including anti-harassment program
- Ability to work under stressful conditions and varying shifts including overtime
Job Duties
- Cut and trim meat to size for display or as ordered by customer using hand-tools and power equipment such as grinders, cubing machine and power saw
- Clean and cut fish and poultry
- Shape, lace and tie meat cuts by hand using bonding knife, skewer and twine to form roasts
- Deliver exceptional customer service at the Meat and Seafood counters
- Merchandise cuts of meat to maximize customer appeal and department profit
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment at all times including proper sanitation and cleaning of all equipment and cases along with proper handling and storage of products
- Receive product and load into refrigerator
- Perform other duties as assigned by department management
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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