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Meats Associate Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Meat Cutter

Hales Corners, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Onalaska, WI

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Fort Atkinson, WI

$14 - $18.50/hr

Youll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter! Job Title

Meat Cutter

De Pere, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

New London, WI · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

De Pere, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

New London, WI

$14 - $18.75/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

New London, WI · On-site

$14 - $18.75/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Hales Corners, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Fort Atkinson, WI

$14 - $18.50/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Hales Corners, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Green Bay, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Fort Atkinson, WI · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Green Bay, WI

$14.75 - $19.75/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!

Meat Cutter

Onalaska, WI

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Youll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter! Job Title

Lead Meat Cutter

Kimberly, WI · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join our Festival Foods team as a Lead Meat ...

Lead Meat Cutter

Kimberly, WI · On-site

$15.25 - $20.25/hr

You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs. Job Summary Join our Festival Foods team as a Lead Meat ...

All Positions

Pulaski, WI · On-site

$13.50 - $17.75/hr

Our Meat associates work hands-on with our fresh variety of meat products. There are many different positions in the Meat department, including preparing quality products and guest service. If you ...

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Meats Associate information

What is the difference between Meats Associate vs Butcher?

AspectMeats AssociateButcher
CertificationsBasic food handling and safety certificationsAdditional butchery and knife skills certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentSupermarket or retail store settingButcher shops, meat processing facilities, or specialty stores
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting customers, stocking meat, basic meat preparationMeat cutting, custom orders, detailed meat preparation

While both roles involve working with meat, a Meats Associate typically assists customers and stocks meat in retail environments, requiring basic food safety certifications. A Butcher performs more specialized tasks like meat cutting and custom preparation, often needing advanced butchery skills and certifications. The roles overlap in industry and environment but differ in skill level and responsibilities.

What is a meats associate?

Meats Associates are retail or grocery store employees who specialize in handling, preparing, and displaying meat products for customers. Their duties typically include cutting, weighing, packaging, and labeling various types of meat, ensuring products meet safety and quality standards. They may also assist customers with selecting cuts of meat and answer questions about preparation or cooking. Meats Associates help maintain cleanliness and organization in the meat department, and follow strict food safety procedures. This role requires attention to detail, knowledge of meat products, and strong customer service skills.

What are some common challenges faced by meats associates, and how can they be successfully managed?

Meats Associates often face challenges such as maintaining strict food safety standards, handling heavy products, and working in cold environments for extended periods. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail when cutting, packaging, and labeling products, as well as effective communication with team members to ensure proper inventory and customer satisfaction. Regularly following hygiene protocols and using personal protective equipment can help manage these challenges, while ongoing training supports skill development and confidence in daily tasks.

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

To thrive as a Meats Associate, you need a solid understanding of meat preparation, food safety, and basic butchering techniques, often supported by a high school diploma or food handling certification. Familiarity with meat processing equipment, scales, and inventory management systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, customer service skills, and the ability to work efficiently as part of a team help someone stand out in this role. These skills and qualities ensure product quality, safety, and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced retail environment.

What cities in Wisconsin are hiring for Meats Associate jobs?

Cities in Wisconsin with the most Meats Associate job openings:

Meat Cutter

Festival Foods

Hales Corners, WI • On-site

$14.75 - $19.50/hr

Full-time

Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 9 days ago


Festival Foods rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 280 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

45th of 122 rated grocery stores


Job description

Location : Name
Hales Corners
Position Type
Full-Time
Company Overview
ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:
We are a Wisconsin grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.
At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You'll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests - even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.
Job Summary
Join Our Team as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter!
Job Title: Meat Cutter
Reports To: Meat Manager
Are you an experienced butcher or meat cutter with a passion for meat and seafood, and delivering exceptional guest service? Do you thrive in a grocery store environment, where your craftsmanship can truly shine? If so, we invite you to bring your expertise to our Meat Department as a Meat Cutter.
Our Meat Department is central to providing high-quality, fresh meat products to our guests, helping them create memorable meals for any occasion. As a Meat Cutter, you will play a vital role in ensuring our meat offerings are prepared to perfection and meet the highest standards of quality.
External Job Description
What You'll Do:
As a Festival Foods Meat Cutter, you will:
  • Expert Meat Cutting: Utilize your meat cutting skills to prepare all non-case ready meat products, including cutting, grinding, wrapping, and trimming, according to established standards.
  • Butchery Leadership: Provide expertise and leadership on the sales floor, ensuring safety and sanitation guidelines are followed, and inventory is effectively managed within the grocery store environment.
  • Culinary Knowledge: Apply your extensive knowledge as a butcher, understanding different cuts of meat and cooking techniques to assist guests and ensure the best product offerings.
  • Quality and Quantity Standards: Maintain and meet quality and quantity standards by filling all service and self-service cases, including fresh, frozen, and processed products.
  • Team Support: Support your teammates and contribute positively to the culture of the Meat Department.
  • Drive Sales: Increase sales by focusing on the details and ensuring products are visually appealing to our guests.
  • Minimize Waste: Reduce shrink by following production lists, accurate trim standards, and minimizing waste.
  • Product Management: Ensure meat products are properly packaged, labeled, and stored according to company policies and procedures.
  • Training: Assist in training Utility team members in grinding, sausage making, cutting for the service counter, special orders, wrapping, and filling products.
  • Cleanliness and Safety: Lead by example in maintaining the cleanliness of the department, including the operation, maintenance, and sanitization of equipment.
  • Guest Services: Provide excellent service at the meat counter, offering expert knowledge and attentively assisting guests with their needs.
  • Special Orders: Collect and fulfill special orders and requests in a timely manner.
  • Teamwork: Perform other duties as needed to support the team.
  • Honor Commitments: Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.

What We're Looking For:
To succeed as a Festival Foods Meat Cutter, you should have:
  • Experience: Proven experience as a butcher or in meat cutting within a grocery store, retail, or meat production setting.
  • Customer Focus: Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with guests and all personnel.
  • Communication Skills: Good oral and written communication skills.
  • Product Knowledge: Knowledge of perishable foods, particularly meat.
  • Age Requirement: Must be over the age of 18.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
  • The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
    • Stand in one place for a long period of time, bend, stoop, and kneel regularly
    • Lifting up to 60 pounds on an occasional basis
    • May be exposed to extreme temperatures

Work Schedule:
The Meat Cutter position can be part-time or full-time. The work schedule may include mornings, afternoons, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility to work evenings or overnight as needed.
Are you ready to showcase your meat cutting skills and contribute to a team committed to excellence in a grocery store environment?
Apply now and become a key player in our Meat Department!
Benefits Overview
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:
  • Associate Discount: Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.
  • Weekly Pay & Premium Pay: Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.
  • Two-Week Advanced Scheduling: Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.
  • Vision & Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.
  • Support: Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.
  • Save for Your Future: Offering a 401(k), we're proud to support our associates in planning for retirement. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals.
    At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates. Festival Foods believes that an inclusive environment for teammates of all backgrounds and perspectives strengthens our ability to serve our guests and communities, as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people.
    Location : Address
    5600 S 108th St
    Location : City
    Hales Corners
    Location : State/Province
    WI
    Location : Postal Code
    53130

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    About Festival Foods

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    Festival Foods serves guests in 40 full-service, state-of-the-art supermarkets throughout Wisconsin. At Festival Foods, we're not simply selling groceries, we're on a mission! Every business decision we make is based on our "Boomerang Principle"--empowering our associates to make decisions and take actions that will "Bring the Customer Back". We are proud to be a family and employee-owned company.

    Industry

    Retail

    Company size

    5,001 - 10,000 Employees

    Headquarters location

    De Pere, WI, US

    Year founded

    1946