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Meat Cutter and Wrapper

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $17.00 - $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Employee Discounts

Job Description

Sam's Club is a leading membership-only retail warehouse club, known for offering a wide range of quality products at competitive prices to its members. As part of the Walmart family, Sam's Club operates over 600 locations across the United States, delivering exceptional value and service through a combination of innovative shopping experiences and dedication to customer satisfaction. Sam's Club primarily focuses on supplying fresh food, electronics, home goods, and business essentials to its broad membership base, including families, small business owners, and individual consumers.

This particular opportunity is within Sam's Club meat department, a crucial part of the fresh food section and an area that customers rely on for high-quality meat products. The role of a fresh food associate in the meat department goes beyond just cutting meat; it involves making important decisions about the quality, packaging, and presentation of meat items to ensure the best possible shopping experience for members. Associates in this position are the face of the meat department and play a significant role in member satisfaction by maintaining high standards of product excellence and customer service.

The position is designed for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, are effective multitaskers, and prioritize member satisfaction. Responsibilities include assisting members with purchasing decisions, maintaining a clean and well-stocked work area, and ensuring that all meat products meet food safety and quality standards. Associates are also expected to use digital tools and handheld technology to streamline operations and enhance the shopping experience.

At Sam's Club, fresh food associates collaborate closely with their teammates to build a cohesive and efficient meat team. They demonstrate expertise in backroom operations, inventory management, sanitation, and the safe handling and cutting of meat products. The associates also take ownership of the customer experience, ensuring operational excellence, reducing waste, and promoting strong merchandise presentation.

This role emphasizes being a proactive member of the team, a knowledgeable expert in meat product handling, a user of technology to improve efficiency, an owner of quality and operational standards, and a talent ambassador who values customer experience. The work environment is both member-facing and operational, requiring associates to maintain a positive attitude, exhibit energy, and manage multiple responsibilities. The role offers an hourly wage range of $17.00 to $25.00, plus possible premium pay depending on schedule, facility, or season.

Sam's Club supports its associates with competitive pay, performance-based bonuses, and a range of benefits including medical, vision, dental coverage, financial benefits like 401(k) and life insurance, paid time off including parental and family care leave, and other supportive programs like education assistance through Live Better U. This position requires associates to be at least 18 years old and to complete all required trainings and assessments successfully. With a clear commitment to a safe, ethical, and drug-free workplace, Sam's Club offers a rewarding environment for those looking to contribute to a respected retail brand that values quality products and exceptional member service.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to complete required trainings and assessments
  • Ability to stand for long periods
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to multitask
  • Commitment to member satisfaction

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Experience in food handling or retail environment preferred
  • Basic knowledge of meat products and safety standards preferred
  • Ability to use digital tools and technology
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Commitment to excellent customer service
  • Physical ability to stand for long periods and perform manual tasks

Job Duties

  • Be a team member by collaborating with associates, communicating within the team, and being flexible to business needs
  • Be an expert by demonstrating knowledge of floor and backroom operations, product safety standards, sanitation guidelines, inventory management, and cutting, grinding, wrapping meat products
  • Be a techie by leveraging digital tools and handheld technology to drive sales and improve operations
  • Be an owner by maintaining work area, ensuring quality and date control standards, securing merchandise, reducing waste, assisting members with purchases, and proper packaging and labeling
  • Be a talent ambassador by advocating for the department and club with high quality service and products, executing basics at the highest quality, and showing energy and passion
  • Comply with company policies and ethical standards
  • Complete work assignments by collaborating with managers, co-workers, and customers, identifying priorities, communicating progress, recommending improvements, and adapting to change

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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