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Meat Assistant Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

The Assistant Meat Manager will assist the Meat Manager with the proper operation of the Meat Department. This position coordinates the work of the employees to achieve satisfactory operating results ...

The Assistant Meat Manager will assist the Meat Manager with the proper operation of the Meat Department. This position coordinates the work of the employees to achieve satisfactory operating results ...

The Assistant Meat Manager will assist the Meat Manager with the proper operation of the Meat Department. This position coordinates the work of the employees to achieve satisfactory operating results ...

The Assistant Meat Manager will assist the Meat Manager with the proper operation of the Meat Department. This position coordinates the work of the employees to achieve satisfactory operating results ...

Meat Cutter

Havasu Lake, CA

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

The Meat Cutter is required to assist customers as needed while maintaining excellent customer service. Duties and Responsibilities: * Ensure order accuracy to prevent over or under ordering based on ...

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Meat Assistant information

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 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 the most commonly searched types of Meat jobs in California? The most popular types of Meat jobs in California are:
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Infographic showing various Meat Assistant job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Assistant Meat Manager

El Super

San Fernando, CA • On-site

$21/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


El Super rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

The Assistant Meat Manager will assist the Meat Manager with the proper operation of the Meat Department. This position coordinates the work of the employees to achieve satisfactory operating results, which comply with company procedures, policies, and execute company goals. The Assistant Meat Manager will act as a role model of professionalism, ethical behavior, and effective decision making at all times.


The working environment is typical for a fast-paced grocery store, and essential functions of this job include physical requirements such as lifting, standing, walking and kneeling as well as visual and auditory requirements. For more information, including whether reasonable accommodations may be necessary and/or available, please reference the complete Job Description for the position located in the store.


El Asistente del Gerente de Carnicería ayudará al Gerente de Carnicería con el buen funcionamiento del Departamento de Carnes. Esta posición coordina el trabajo de los empleados para lograr resultados operativos satisfactorios, que cumplan con los procedimientos de la empresa, las políticas, y ejecuta los objetivos de la empresa. El Asistente del Gerente de Carnicería actuará como modelo de profesionalismo, el comportamiento ético y la toma de decisiones efectivas en todo momento.


El ambiente de trabajo es típico de una tienda de abarrotes de ritmo rápido, y las funciones esenciales de este trabajo incluye requisitos físicos tales como el levantamiento, de pie, caminar y de rodillas, así como de requerimientos visuales y auditivos. Para obtener más información incluyendo, acerca de las adaptaciones razonables que pudieran ser necesarias y / o disponibles, por favor haga referencia a la Descripción Completa de Puesto localizado en su tienda.

Food Handler Card or its equivalent certification is required for all positions related to: preparation, handling and serving food.


Hourly Pay Range: Minimum wage (depending on location) up to $21.00 hourly (hasta $21.00 por hora)


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About El Super

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El Super is a prominent company in the retail industry, catering specifically to the grocery needs of its customers. Based in Paramount, California, US, the company operates a chain of supermarkets across the country. The official website is elsupermarkets.com. El Super specializes in providing popular Hispanic foods, reflecting their origins within the Hispanic community. Founded by immigrants from Central and South America, the company has adhered to its mission of bringing superior quality, freshness, and consumer-centric service since its inception.

Industry

Food and beverage stores

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Paramount, CA, US

Year founded

1994