Meat Assistant
Saint Albert, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Saint Albert, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Edmonton, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Edmonton, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Red Deer County, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Red Deer County, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Lloydminster, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Lloydminster, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Medicine Hat, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Medicine Hat, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Edmonton, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Edmonton, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Calgary, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Calgary, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Calgary, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Calgary, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Lethbridge, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Lethbridge, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Rocky View County, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Rocky View County, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Edmonton, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Edmonton, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Sherwood Park, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Sherwood Park, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Tsuu T'ina, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Tsuu T'ina, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Calgary, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Calgary, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Nisku, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Nisku, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Grande Prairie, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Grande Prairie, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Okotoks, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Okotoks, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Calgary, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Calgary, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Edmonton, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Meat Assistant
Edmonton, AB · On-site
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder. Daily tasks and responsibilities: * Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night.
Cuts and trims and prepares raw meat for sale using saw, knives, grinder, tenderizer, roast tyer and automatic meat slicer, in addition to all duties of the meat assistant. Daily tasks and ...
Cuts and trims and prepares raw meat for sale using saw, knives, grinder, tenderizer, roast tyer and automatic meat slicer, in addition to all duties of the meat assistant. Daily tasks and ...
Meat Assistant information
What is a meat assistant?
Meat Assistants are retail workers who support butchers or meat department supervisors in grocery stores, supermarkets, or specialty meat shops. Their responsibilities typically include preparing, packaging, and displaying meat products, assisting customers, maintaining cleanliness and food safety standards, and restocking shelves. They may also help with basic meat cutting under supervision, ensuring all products are properly labeled and stored. Good customer service and knowledge of meat products are important skills for this role.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a meat assistant, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Meat Assistant, you need basic knowledge of meat cuts, food safety practices, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with equipment like meat slicers, scales, and point-of-sale (POS) systems is typically required, and food handling certifications may be preferred. Attention to detail, customer service skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a team are valuable soft skills in this role. These skills ensure safe product handling, high-quality customer interactions, and smooth operations in a busy retail or processing environment.
What are some common challenges faced by meat assistants in a busy retail environment?
Meat Assistants often work in fast-paced settings where maintaining food safety standards and cleanliness under time pressure can be challenging. They may need to quickly adapt to fluctuating customer demands, handle heavy lifting, and manage multiple tasks such as preparing cuts, restocking displays, and assisting customers. Effective teamwork and clear communication with butchers and other staff are essential for keeping operations smooth and ensuring customer satisfaction.
What cities in Alberta are hiring for Meat Assistant jobs?
Cities in Alberta with the most Meat Assistant job openings:
Meat Assistant
Saint Albert, AB • On-site
Costco Wholesale
• Retail • 10K+ employees10,000+ employees
Full-time
Re-posted 7 days ago
Costco rating
8.1
Based on 1,935 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
Job description
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Job Description
Description of position:
Wraps and labels meat products using wrapping machine. Stocks display cases, operates meat grinder.
Daily tasks and responsibilities:
- Inspects and reassembles equipment sanitized previous night. Reworks display case and rotates product.
- Takes large trays of styro packaged meat from large wheeled racks and places individual packages into automatic wrapping machine. Follows safety and security procedures.
- Sets labeler according to product type and price, prints and applies labels to product.
- Puts wrapped and labeled meat on large trays of large wheeled cart and stocks in display case by reaching through sliding windows or moving rack to floor.
- Operates meat grinder. Dumps meat into top of machine and checks fat content of each batch from grinder. Follows proper department production procedures and standards for quality and consistency of finished product.
- Cleans and sanitizes area throughout the day. Performs duties to comply with health code, such as sanitation standards and maintaining proper temperatures.
- Performs routine maintenance for machinery, equipment and implements.
- Provides and ensures prompt and courteous member service.
Non-Essential Functions and Tasks:
- Assists in other areas of the warehouse as necessary.
Qualifications (Costco-specific or industry-specific skills that candidates must possess):
- Education/Training: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
- Licenses/Certifications: Food Safety Certification - Level 1 required first day in the position.
- Experience: Candidates with meat wrapping experience will be given preference over other candidates.
- Knowledge/Skills: None.
- Other:
Knowledge and talents recommended for job success:
NOTE: For postings in Quebec locations, candidates must be able to communicate in French (oral and written).
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About Costco
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Costco is a membership warehouse club, dedicated to bringing our members the best possible prices on quality brand-name merchandise. With more than 800 locations worldwide, Costco provides a wide selection of merchandise, plus the convenience of specialty departments and exclusive member services, all designed to make your shopping experience a pleasurable one. Today, as the company evolves, it stays true to the qualities that helped attract and retain millions of loyal members around the globe: Commitment to quality. Costco warehouses carry about 4,000 SKUs (stock keeping units) compared to the 30,000 found at most supermarkets. By carefully choosing products based on quality, price, brand, and features, the company can offer the best value to members.
Industry
Retail
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Issaquah, WA, US
Year founded
1983