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Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher

Palmdale, CA · On-site

$19.08 - $19.60/hr

Meat Dispatcher Salary- $19.08-$19.60 Join the Vallarta Supermarkets Family! At Vallarta Supermarkets, we're more than just a grocery store, we're a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We're ...

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Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher

Sylmar, CA · On-site

$19.08 - $19.60/hr

Meat Dispatcher Store: Sylmar, Ca. Classification : Non-Exempt Description Meat Dispatcher is responsible for smiling and greeting all customers while delivering extraordinary customer service and ...

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Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher

Valencia, CA · On-site

$19.08 - $19.60/hr

About the Role The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates ...

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Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher

Valencia, CA · On-site

$19.08 - $22.55/hr

About the Role The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates ...

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Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher

Santa Clarita, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.50/hr

About the Role The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher PT

Lancaster, CA · On-site

About the Role The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher PT

Delano, CA · On-site

About the Role The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher PT

Modesto, CA · On-site

About the Role The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher PT

Clovis, CA · On-site

About the Role The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher PT

Fresno, CA · On-site

About the Role The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates ...

Vallarta Supermarkets

Meat Dispatcher PT

Pasadena, CA · On-site

About the Role The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates ...

Factor Sales

Meat Dispatcher

Yuma, AZ · On-site

... dispatching the customer and maintaining in good conditions the Deli department, stocking it ... Prepare, wrap, weigh, slice, and stock meat department products * Rotate products as necessary to ...

DEL SOL MARKETS

Meat Dispatcher

Yuma, AZ

Is responsible to pack and wrap the merchandise and put them in the display cases, as well as dispatching the customer and maintaining in good conditions the Deli department, stocking it, checking ...

Factor Sales

Meat Dispatcher

Yuma, AZ · On-site

Description At Del Sol we believe in provide excellent customer service, by customizing any order in the meat department. Position Requirements Requirements: • Provide customers with excellent ...

DEL SOL MARKETS

Meat Dispatcher

Yuma, AZ · On-site

Is responsible to pack and wrap the merchandise and put them in the display cases, as well as dispatching the customer and maintaining in good conditions the Deli department, stocking it, checking ...

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How much do meat dispatcher jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for meat dispatcher in the United States is $22.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Meat Dispatcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Meat Dispatcher, you need a solid understanding of inventory management, food safety regulations, and logistics, often supported by experience in food distribution or warehousing. Familiarity with dispatching software, temperature monitoring systems, and barcode scanners is typically required. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication help you coordinate orders and ensure timely, accurate deliveries. These skills are crucial for maintaining product quality, regulatory compliance, and smooth operations in a fast-paced supply chain environment.

What is the difference between Meat Dispatcher vs Meat Packer?

AspectMeat DispatcherMeat Packer
CredentialsFood safety certifications, forklift licensesFood safety certifications, basic warehouse training
Work EnvironmentDistribution centers, trucks, cold storageProcessing plants, packaging lines, cold storage
Employer & IndustryMeat distributors, wholesale suppliersMeat processing plants, packaging companies
Job FocusCoordinating meat shipments, inventory managementAssembling and packaging meat products

While both roles involve working in the meat industry, a Meat Dispatcher primarily manages the logistics and distribution of meat products, ensuring timely deliveries. In contrast, a Meat Packer focuses on preparing and packaging meat products for sale. Both roles require knowledge of food safety standards and may involve cold storage environments, but their core responsibilities differ significantly.

What are the main challenges a Meat Dispatcher faces during daily operations?

A Meat Dispatcher often manages tight delivery schedules and must coordinate between suppliers, drivers, and retailers to ensure timely and accurate shipments. Challenges include handling last-minute order changes, maintaining strict food safety standards, and resolving logistical issues such as vehicle breakdowns or traffic delays. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are critical, as is the ability to adapt quickly to shifting priorities to keep the supply chain running smoothly.

What are meat dispatchers?

Meat dispatchers are professionals responsible for coordinating the distribution and delivery of meat products from processing facilities to retailers, wholesalers, or other customers. They manage orders, schedule deliveries, track inventory, and ensure that products are handled and transported according to food safety regulations. Their job often involves working closely with drivers, warehouse staff, and suppliers to maintain timely and accurate shipments. Meat dispatchers play a key role in ensuring that meat products reach their destination efficiently and safely.
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Meat Dispatcher

Meat Dispatcher

Vallarta Supermarkets

Palmdale, CA • On-site

$19.08 - $19.60/hr

Part-time

Posted 12 days ago

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Vallarta Supermarkets rating

5.8

Company rating: 5.8 out of 10

Based on 40 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

72nd of 119 rated grocery stores

Job description

Meat Dispatcher
Salary- $19.08-$19.60

Join the Vallarta Supermarkets Family!
At Vallarta Supermarkets, we’re more than just a grocery store, we’re a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We’re seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you’re passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we’d love to meet you!
About the Role:
The Meat Dispatcher provides prompt and courteous service to customers by filling their orders for meat, seafood, and cremeria products. This role stocks and cleans displays, rotates products for freshness, ensures pricing and labeling accuracy, and supports the department’s goals while maintaining Vallarta’s high standards of food safety, sanitation, and honesty.
What You’ll Do:
  • Smile, greet, and assist customers with extraordinary service.
  • Model Vallarta’s core values: customer service, commitment, integrity, respect, humility, and teamwork.
  • Achieve and maintain company standards for merchandising, presentation, signage, inventory, and price integrity.
  • Fill customer orders accurately, package, weigh, and label products with honesty and care.
  • Rotate and stock products in display cases and coolers; maintain freshness and quality.
  • Promote sales through suggestive selling and preparation of marinated meats and vegetables.
  • Maintains cases, counters, and displays clean, organized, and presentable.
  • Ensure compliance with state and company weights, measures, and labeling laws.
  • Monitor case temperatures and report discrepancies to management.
  • Assist with sanitation processes, cleaning work areas and equipment.
  • Work safely, using protective equipment, and report unsafe conditions immediately.
  • Treat coworkers and customers respectfully; follow company policies and dress codes.
  • Do not operate equipment without proper training or authorization.
  • Support teamwork by assisting coworkers and communicating with management.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:
  • Stand and walk constantly (6–8+ hours/day).
  • Frequently bend neck/waist, squat, twist, and reach above/below shoulders.
  • Frequent use of hands for grasping, pulling, pushing, and fine manipulation.
  • Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
  • Heaviest item: 50 lbs., carried up to 100 feet.
  • Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other moving equipment.
  • Work near equipment and machinery; exposure to noise, temperature, and humidity changes.
  • No work at heights; no walking on uneven ground.

What We’re Looking For:
  • Ability to learn different types of meat, seafood, and cremeria products.
  • Ability to learn product codes and uses.
  • Basic understanding of English language.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, crowded environment with a sense of urgency.
  • Team-oriented, professional, and respectful attitude.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment:
  • Fast-paced retail meat department with direct customer interaction.
  • Exposure to perishable products, refrigerated coolers, prep areas, and changing conditions.
  • Collaborative, team-focused workplace.
  • Must be able to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. If you’re hardworking, detail-oriented, and customer-focused, we invite you to apply today to join our team as a Meat Dispatcher!

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For more than 35 years, Vallarta Supermarkets has been bringing families together over fresh and authentic food. When you enter Vallarta, you know right away that it’s about more than food shopping — it’s about celebrating. Celebrating the food, culture, colors, and vibrant energy of Mexico and Latin America. Vallarta offers a feast for ALL your senses. You can smell the sweet aromas from the bakery, hear the rhythms of the music playing, and different languages spoken all around you.

Industry

Supermarkets and grocery stores

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

1985

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