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Experienced Meat Cutter

CompanyJungle Jim's
LocationFairfield
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 1, 2026
About The Company
Jungle Jim’s International Market is more than a grocery store, it’s a destination! With more than 200,000 square feet of shopping space in each of our stores, there are over 150,000 products from which to choose. In addition to all the grocery items, you’ll find store tours, food demonstrations and lots of fun and attractions for the whole family. Our stores also offer more gift shops, boutiques, restaurants and conveniences than any other mega store in the region. Stop in for an hour or make a day of it. However you do it, shopping at Jungle Jim’s is an experience you won’t forget! Jungle Jim's International Market Facebook Page Fairfield - https://www.facebook.com/JungleJimsInternationalMarket Eastgate - https://www.facebook.com/JungleJimsEastgate
About the Role

 

Experienced Meat Cutter

Full-Time Positions

If you’d like to get your foot in the door at a company where you can grow and develop your passions, start your career at Jungle Jim’s in our Meat Department! We’re always looking for people who are motivated to advance, love to meet new people, and are excited to learn new things. As a Meat Cutter, you’ll meet hundreds of diverse customers every day and be part of a dedicated, hard-working team. At the same time, you’ll prepare and present the highest quality and widest variety of meat from around the world.

If you're looking for a place to put your years of experience to work, we have a spot for you. There are always opportunities for advancement at Jungle Jim’s, and many of our departmental workers have moved up into key positions in the company. We want to see you grow and develop your career with us.


Requirements

• Minimum three years meat cutting experience.

• Must have proficiency cutting meat with a bandsaw and above-average knife skills.

• Extensive knowledge of all cuts of beef and pork.

• Work environment includes continuous interaction with customers and co-workers in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of perishables, product rotation, and safe food handling practices.

• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, squat, and climb for up to 8 - 10 consecutive hours.

• Lifting, moving and carrying up to 100lbs.

• Daily duties may include extended periods in a refrigerated work environment.

• Schedule may entail evenings, weekends, and holidays.


Job Duties

• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times.

• Engage with customers to make them feel welcome and excited about our products and services.

• Fulfill customer orders and requests in a timely, efficient and cheerful manner.

• Use a variety of cutting tools safely and correctly.

• Operate equipment including but not limited to slicers, grinders, and saws safely and correctly.

• Ensure quality, freshness, and safety of meat at all times.

• Process and prepare a variety of meat to specifications with minimal waste.

• Unload, sort and process deliveries.

• Stock, rotate, and maintain existing product displays.

• Build and dismantle product displays as required.

• Check in deliveries and inspect for quality, completeness, and document accuracy.

• Other duties as assigned.


Benefits 

• Employee Discount: 10% at 60 days, 20% at two years

• Paid vacation time starting at six months (Full-Time only)

• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance at 60 days (Full-Time only)

• 401(k)

• Many opportunities for advancement!

Key Skills
Meat cuttingBandsaw operationKnife skillsBeef and pork knowledgeFood safetyProduct rotationCustomer serviceSlicer operationGrinder operationInventory managementDisplay buildingQuality control
Categories
RetailFood & BeverageTradesCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Employee discountPaid vacation timeHealth insuranceLife insuranceVision insuranceDental insurance401(k)
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Meat Cutter is responsible for preparing and presenting a wide variety of high-quality meat products while maintaining safety and freshness standards. They will also engage with customers to fulfill orders and manage product displays within the department.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
402
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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