Costco is hiring a Meat Cutter in Calgary, AB. This is a hands-on role for someone with meat cutting experience who values quality, food safety, and a clean, well-organized production area in a high-volume warehouse environment.
ABOUT THE JOB
As a Meat Cutter at Costco, you will cut, trim, and prepare raw meat for sale using tools such as band saws, knives, grinders, tenderizers, roast tyers, and automatic meat slicers. You’ll help keep the department running smoothly by rotating product, maintaining sanitation and temperature standards, supporting stocking and wrapping processes, and providing prompt, courteous service to members.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Inspect and reassemble equipment that was sanitized previously and prepare the department for daily production.
- Rework and restock the display case based on production needs and rotate product to maintain freshness.
- Receive and rotate meat in the cooler; scan inventory and follow procedures for rework and destruction when required.
- Move cases of meat (up to approximately 80 lbs) from the cooler and stage product for cutting and preparation.
- Cut and trim meat to Costco specifications using band saws, knives, and/or automatic slicing equipment.
- Operate department equipment such as tenderizers and roast tyers following safety procedures.
- Operate the meat grinder and verify batches according to department standards, including fat content checks.
- Follow proper department production procedures to ensure consistent quality and finished product standards.
- Transfer cut and ground meat to appropriate trays; load and move trays using carts and racks for wrapping and stocking.
- Assist with wrapping tasks and help stock meat cases based on the Meat Manager’s merchandising plan.
- Clean and sanitize the work area throughout the day, following health code requirements and sanitation standards.
- Maintain proper temperatures and follow all Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs).
- Perform routine maintenance for machinery, equipment, and implements as needed.
- Set up and perform seafood road show tasks as described in Costco road show procedures when assigned.
- Provide prompt, courteous member service and support department operations as needed.
- Assist in other areas of the warehouse as required.
WHY WORK HERE?
- Skilled role with clear standards focused on quality, safety, and consistency.
- Opportunity to work with professional equipment in a high-volume meat department.
- Team environment with structured procedures and strong sanitation practices.
- Hourly pay listed for this position based on posting details.
- Potential for growth within Costco depending on performance and warehouse needs.
HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
To apply for this Meat Cutter position at Costco in Calgary, AB, click the button below and submit your application through the official Costco hiring portal.
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