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The Fresh Market Inc

Meat Cutter

Crofton, MD · On-site

$20.42 - $23.96/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As the Meat Cutter, you are managing, cutting, and trimming meat and seafood according to The Fresh ... You also assist with department inventory, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational ...

The Fresh Market, Inc.

Meat Cutter

Crofton, MD · On-site

$20.42 - $23.96/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As the Meat Cutter, you are managing, cutting, and trimming meat and seafood according to The Fresh ... You also assist with department inventory, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational ...

The Fresh Market Inc

Meat Cutter

Crofton, MD · On-site

$20.42 - $23.96/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As the Meat Cutter, you are managing, cutting, and trimming meat and seafood according to The Fresh ... You also assist with department inventory, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational ...

The Fresh Market Inc

Meat Cutter

Crofton, MD · On-site

$20.42 - $23.96/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As the Meat Cutter, you are managing, cutting, and trimming meat and seafood according to The Fresh ... You also assist with department inventory, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational ...

Gianteagle

Overnight Meat Wrapper

Washington, DC

$17.50 - $21.25/hr

At least 18 years of age Job Responsibilities * Assist in maintaining meat cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading deliveries. * Rotate and check code dates on products to ensure customer safety.

Weis Markets

Meat Manager

Upper Marlboro, MD · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

May assist with baling cardboard or other related duties if properly trained. Training provided ... Meat management experience preferred. RATE OF PAY AND BENEFITS The hourly pay for this position ...

Weis

Meat Manager

Upper Marlboro, MD

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

May assist with baling cardboard or other related duties if properly trained. Training provided ... Meat management experience preferred. RATE OF PAY AND BENEFITS The hourly pay for this position ...

Gianteagle

Apprentice Meat Cutter - Bid

Washington, DC · On-site

Accurately record and assist in preparation of special orders to ensure the customer is delighted with the finished product. * Assist in maintaining meat cooler and freezer efficiency by unloading ...

The Fresh Market Inc

Meat and Seafood Manager

Annapolis, MD

$23.04 - $28.80/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Greet guests and proactively assist them in a friendly manner with accurate and timely service * Handle, slice, expertly cut and trim a variety of the department's prime and premium meat and seafood ...

The Fresh Market Inc

Meat and Seafood Manager

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$23.04 - $28.80/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Greet guests and proactively assist them in a friendly manner with accurate and timely service * Handle, slice, expertly cut and trim a variety of the department's prime and premium meat and seafood ...

The Fresh Market Inc

Meat and Seafood Manager

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$23.04 - $28.80/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Greet guests and proactively assist them in a friendly manner with accurate and timely service * Handle, slice, expertly cut and trim a variety of the department's prime and premium meat and seafood ...

The Fresh Market, Inc.

Meat and Seafood Manager

Annapolis, MD · On-site

$23.04 - $28.80/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Greet guests and proactively assist them in a friendly manner with accurate and timely service * Handle, slice, expertly cut and trim a variety of the department's prime and premium meat and seafood ...

Weis Markets

Store Meat Cutter

Accokeek, MD · On-site

$15.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Keeps meat department cases well stocked and appealing to meet customer demand. Smiles and greets ... May assist with receiving, unloading, checking-in, breaking-down, and storing deliveries through ...

Weis

Store Meat Cutter

Accokeek, MD

$15.30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Keeps meat department cases well stocked and appealing to meet customer demand. Smiles and greets ... May assist with receiving, unloading, checking-in, breaking-down, and storing deliveries through ...

Harris Teeter

Full Time Meat Management Assistant

Herndon, VA · On-site

$43K - $49K/yr

Your Purpose Assist to manage and supervise up to 15 associates in the Meat/Seafood Department. Is responsible for assisting the Meat/Seafood Manager with the overall direction, coordination, and ...

RETAIL

Full Time Meat Management Assistant

Brambleton, VA · On-site

$19.50 - $31/hr

Your Purpose Assist to manage and supervise up to 15 associates in the Meat/Seafood Department. Is responsible for assisting the Meat/Seafood Manager with the overall direction, coordination, and ...

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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.

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Meat Cutter

The Fresh Market Inc

Crofton, MD • On-site

$20.42 - $23.96/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 2 days ago

The Fresh Market rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 273 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

59th of 122 rated grocery stores

Job description

The Fresh Market & You:
Our mission is to make everyday eating extraordinary for our guests, and we are looking for a new team member who will commit to helping us deliver on this mission.
Our added benefits for joining The Fresh Market team
  • Team Member discount of 30%
  • Early Earn Wage Access (You can access up to 50% (max $500) of your earned wages on-demand per pay period)
  • 401K contribution and company match
  • Financial Wellness Program
  • Personal time off and additional time off purchase plans are available
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance for individual, spouse, partner, and family
  • Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and many more.

About the Position:
As the Meat Cutter, you are managing, cutting, and trimming meat and seafood according to The Fresh Market standards and as requested by our Guests. You also assist with department inventory, pricing integrity, merchandising, and other operational processes that require significant attention to detail. This is a fast-paced position that requires efficiency, effectiveness, and a passion for excellence to drive results while curating an impeccable experience for our guests and team members.
The pay range for this position is $20.42 - $23.96 per hour.
What You'll Do:
  • Maintain knowledge of products/weekly ad items throughout the store and work across departments to assist guests in finding products and complete meal solutions
  • Handle, slice, expertly cut, and trim a variety of the department's prime and premium meat and seafood products, and items for our convenient meal solutions throughout the day, while also managing quality product levels as indicated within TFM standards
  • Monitor the temperature of cases, spillovers, and storage areas
  • Enforce and follow department practices regarding receiving, stocking, and unloading deliveries of products to ensure freshness and quality; including but not limited to cases, coolers, freezers, and sales floor
  • Ensure department adherence to all safety requirements and protocols, including food safety, per TFM policies, and per law

Availability:
To meet the needs of our stores, guests, and teams, this position requires the willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, days, evenings, and holidays.
Qualifications:
CERTIFICATIONS
All Meat Cutters must be certified within The Fresh Market's internal training platform within 90 days of hire.
At a minimum, what you'll need:
  • 2 years or more of experience in cutting meat
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Fresh Market is a proud, equal-opportunity employer that is committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace.
Reasonable Accommodation: Consistent with applicable laws, The Fresh Market will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and team members, unless doing so would result in an undue hardship to The Fresh Market. This guiding principle applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring and job assignment, compensation, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training.
The statements in this job posting describe the general nature and level of work expected in this role but are not all-inclusive. The Fresh Market looks forward to talking with interested candidates to share additional details about the applicable responsibilities, duties, and skills required

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About Fresh Market

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The Fresh Market is a renowned American chain of gourmet supermarkets based in Greensboro, North Carolina. Established in 1982, the company operates in the retail industry, predominantly specializing in offering superior quality, freshness, and variety of products. Their product catalog includes a variety of fresh food products, gourmet groceries, baked goods, and delicacies, among others. With a mission of "making everyday eating extraordinary," they are committed to providing customers with the freshest and finest quality food. Over the years, The Fresh Market has gained significant recognition in the industry, having successfully established over 150 stores across the United States.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Greensboro, NC, US

Year founded

1982

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