Description Job Summary Join our meat department! Mackenthun's Meat Specialists are responsible for delivering high-quality customer service in the Meat Department while adhering to department standards and processes. They assist customers with meat and specialty products, ensuring product quality, cleanliness, and a positive shopping experience, particularly for Mackenthun’s Homemade Sausage products. Key Responsibilities Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Stocking: • Load and stock refrigerated/freezer cases and shelves, ensuring proper rotation using the First In, First Out (FIFO) method. • Check product dates for accuracy and freshness. • Maintain well-organized product displays and prepare racks of fresh meat. • Pricing and Labeling: • Accurately weigh, label, and price meat products. • Ensure proper product dates and pricing are applied. • Wrapping Products: • Wrap meat products from the Meat Cutter efficiently to maintain quality and freshness. • Ensure products are securely packaged and properly handled. • Customer Service: • Greet and assist customers with inquiries about Mackenthun’s meats, fish, and specialty items. • Prepare and maintain the service case with fresh products. • Cleaning & Organization: • Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the department, including equipment, work areas, and trash disposal. • Wash, rinse, and sanitize equipment regularly. • Keep the meat cooler and storage areas organized and properly stocked. • Additional Duties: • Assist with meat cutting, homemade sausage production, packaging, and cleaning in the sausage kitchen. • Support the Meat Manager with ordering and other department tasks as needed. • Make decisions to ensure Mackenthun’s Exceptional Experience for customers and coworkers. Requirements Qualifications • High School Diploma or GED preferred. Additional info below. • Previous experience in a meat department, grocery store, restaurant, or food service environment is a plus. • Culinary experience with knife skills preferred. • Strong communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking English). • Basic math skills for pricing and labeling. • Positive attitude, excellent customer service, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. • Must be at least 18 years old and able to work independently and as part of a team. Full Time 40 hours/week - 18 or older, mornings/evenings/rotating weekends (6am-8pm) Working Conditions and Physical Demands • Fast-paced, multifaceted environment • Capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs and pushing/pulling up to 1500 lbs with a pallet jack • Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and occasional evenings. Benefits Summary for Full Time: • Medical, Dental, Vision • 401k • Employer Paid Life Insurance • Long Term & Short Term Disability • Hospital, Critical Illness, Accident • Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays • Sick & Safe Time • Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays • 10% discount at any Mackenthun’s locations • Referral bonuses • Dietitian services