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Meat Associate Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Meat Manager

Midvale, UT · On-site

$85K/yr

This person will train and mentor all meat associates and know all aspects of the meat department. This person will also determine production and inventory levels for the meat department. ESSENTIAL ...

This person will be in charge of cleaning and sanitation of the meat department training new meat cutter associates, determining production and inventory levels, receiving and stocking product, and ...

Meat Cutter

Holladay, UT · On-site

$17.52 - $21.90/hr

This person will be in charge of cleaning and sanitation of the meat department training new meat cutter associates, determining production and inventory levels, receiving and stocking product, and ...

Meat Department Associate/Meat Cutter/Butcher Age Requirement : 18 or older Job Summary: The Meat Department Associate is responsible for providing high-quality meat products and excellent customer ...

Meat Department Associate/Meat Cutter/Butcher Age Requirement : 18 or older Job Summary: The Meat Department Associate is responsible for providing high-quality meat products and excellent customer ...

Meat Clerk

Castle Dale, UT · On-site

$12.75 - $15.75/hr

Meat Department Associate/Meat Cutter/Butcher Age Requirement: 18 or older Job Summary: The Meat Department Associate is responsible for providing high-quality meat products and excellent customer ...

Meat Clerk

Castle Dale, UT · On-site

$12.75 - $15.75/hr

Meat Department Associate/Meat Cutter/Butcher Age Requirement: 18 or older Job Summary: The Meat Department Associate is responsible for providing high-quality meat products and excellent customer ...

Meat Wrapper

Roosevelt, UT · On-site

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Comply with all company policies, programs and directives as specified in associate handbook. Housekeeping/Maintenance: 1. Clean and sanitize areas of the Meat Department and equipment as directed by ...

MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

Farmington, UT · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers. Desired * Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. * Past ...

Meat Wrapper

Roosevelt, UT

$16.25 - $19.50/hr

Comply with all company policies, programs and directives as specified in associate handbook. Housekeeping/Maintenance: 1. Clean and sanitize areas of the Meat Department and equipment as directed by ...

Journey Meat Cutter

Farmington, UT · On-site

$21.06 - $23.93/hr

This person will be in charge of cleaning and sanitation of the meat department, training new meat cutter associates, determining production and inventory levels, receiving and stocking product, and ...

MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

Lehi, UT · On-site

$14.25 - $19/hr

Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers. Desired * Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. * Past ...

MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

Draper, UT

$14.25 - $19/hr

Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers. Desired * Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. * Past ...

MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

Heber City, UT · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers. Desired * Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. * Past ...

MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

Ogden, UT · On-site

$15 - $19.75/hr

Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers. Desired * Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. * Past ...

MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

South Jordan, UT · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers. Desired * Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. * Past ...

MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

South Jordan, UT · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers. Desired * Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. * Past ...

MEAT/MEAT CUTTER

Herriman, UT · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers. Desired * Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation. * Past ...

The purpose of this position is to sell Harmons' fresh meat products by providing remarkable ... Consistent and daily interaction with store associates * Consistent and daily interaction with ...

Meat Cutter

Roosevelt, UT · On-site

$16 - $21/hr

Comply with all company policies, programs and directives as specified in associate handbook. Housekeeping/Maintenance: 1. Clean and sanitize areas of the Meat Department and equipment as directed by ...

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Meat Associate information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a meat associate?

To thrive as a Meat Associate, you need knowledge of meat products, safe food handling practices, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with meat cutting tools, scales, slicers, and compliance with food safety certifications like ServSafe is essential. Attention to detail, customer service, and teamwork are standout soft skills in this role. These skills are important to ensure food safety, maintain product quality, and provide a positive shopping experience for customers.

What are some typical challenges a meat associate faces during busy periods, and how can they be managed?

During peak shopping hours or holiday seasons, Meat Associates often face challenges such as high customer demand, maintaining product freshness, and ensuring that displays are well-stocked and organized. Effective time management, teamwork, and clear communication with supervisors and fellow associates are key to handling these busy times. Staying attentive to food safety protocols and multitasking efficiently can help ensure both customer satisfaction and a safe work environment.

What is the difference between Meat Associate vs Butcher?

AspectMeat AssociateButcher
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certifications often preferredHigh school diploma; specialized butcher certifications or apprenticeships
Work EnvironmentGrocery stores, supermarkets, meat departmentsButcher shops, meat processing plants, grocery stores
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting customers, stocking meat, maintaining cleanlinessCutting, trimming, and preparing meat products
Industry UsageCommon in retail grocery settingsMore specialized, often in butcher shops or meat processing

While both roles involve working with meat products, a Meat Associate primarily assists customers and handles stocking and basic meat preparation in retail settings. A Butcher performs more skilled tasks like cutting and preparing meat, often requiring specialized certifications. The roles overlap in work environment and industry but differ in skill level and responsibilities.

What does a meat associate do at Walmart?

A meat associate at Walmart is responsible for preparing, stocking, and selling meat products in the store's meat department. They ensure proper handling, sanitation, and display of meat items, often using tools like knives and scales, and may assist customers with their selections. The role typically requires knowledge of food safety standards and may involve working early mornings, evenings, or weekends.

What are the most commonly searched types of Meat jobs in Utah?

The most popular types of Meat jobs in Utah are:

What cities in Utah are hiring for Meat Associate jobs?

Cities in Utah with the most Meat Associate job openings:

Infographic showing various Meat Associate job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 33% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Meat Manager

Midvale, UT • On-site


Harmons
Retail • 1 - 5K employees

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 71 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 123 rated grocery stores

Recommended by students

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$85K/yr

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Up to $85,700 PER YEAR
GENERAL PURPOSE:
The purpose of this position is to ensure that the meat department maintains quality standards and profitability. This person will train and mentor all meat associates and know all aspects of the meat department. This person will also determine production and inventory levels for the meat department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Follows established departmental and store policies and procedures
  • Ensures the quality and freshness of all products and services the meat department provides
  • Responsible for maintaining the appropriate product assortment and inventory levels for the meat department
  • Confirms pricing accuracy and signage for all products, paying particular attention to ad items
  • Ensures the meat department is cleaned and sanitized daily and meets the company standards for appearance
  • Delivers excellent customer service to all customers
  • Ordering product and creating production sheets to meet the needs of the meat department based on past and projected sales
  • Completes assigned tasks efficiently and in a timely manner
  • Is knowledgeable about all cuts of beef, pork, chicken, turkey, seafood, etc. and is able to cut all meats
  • Grinds fresh hamburger and sausage
  • Sets a professional and positive example to others
  • Communicates openly and frequently with Store Director and Director of Fresh Meat
  • Ensures company standards for safety, sanitation, and productivity are maintained
  • Writing the meat department schedule to ensure coverage and meet labor goals
  • Teaches, mentor, and educates associates to help them be successful members of the team
  • Provides honest, direct and constant feedback to associates regarding their performance and areas of improvement; assesses associate performance and influences promotion, discipline, etc.
  • Promptly addresses and resolves associates' concerns and/or grievances
  • Quarterly inventory of all meat department products

MARGINIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS:
  • Consistent and daily interaction with store associates
  • Consistent and daily interaction with customers

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Desired knowledge, skills, and abilities:
A high school diploma or GED and some college education are preferred; five years of meat department experience preferred; or any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Current Food Handler's Permit
  • Familiarity with all cuts of meat and how to prepare them
  • Must enjoy working with and handling meat products
  • Enjoys and has experience preparing, cooking, and eating a variety of seafood and meat products
  • Ability to interpret policies and procedures
  • Excellent organization and planning skills
  • Must possess solid communication skills, including verbal and listening skills in order to effectively and efficiently communicate with and manage diverse groups of people
  • Ability to professionally and appropriately handle conflict
  • Must possess the ability to accept constructive review and be accountable for one's own success as well as the success of your team
  • Required to make logical, significant decisions using general, recognized analytical skills and techniques
  • Must possess integrity, a positive attitude, be mission-driven, and be self-directed with a demonstrated passion for Harmons' mission and commitment to working collaboratively
  • Continually strives to be product minded, customer minded, personnel minded, detailed, forward focused, and consistent
  • Ability to work weekends, evenings, and holidays

PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is generally performed in a safe and comfortable store environment with the possibility of frequent exposure to hot, cold, and wet conditions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to grasp, push, pull, carry, stoop, twist, crouch, and reach; perform tasks requiring repetitive motion and eye, hand, and foot coordination; hear and respond to customer inquiries. Also requires standing, walking, and bending throughout the entire workday and the ability to maneuver heavy objects weighing up to 80 pounds from location to location.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrate our employees' differences including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Diversity makes us better.


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