Lead Meat Cutter (Permanent)

Reporting to the Meat Supervisor, the Lead Meat Cutter supports daily department operations, delivering quality products and service. This role requires a positive, results-driven leader who builds strong relationships with customers and team members while keeping administrative tasks on track. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, merchandising, pricing, inventory, customer service, budgeting, staff supervision, as well as the ordering, receiving, inspecting, storing, and preparation of meats, fish, and seafood.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with the overall operations of the Meat department.
• Assist with overall operations of the Meat department.
• Support merchandising, including preparation of promotions and displays, tagging, and pricing accuracy.
• Oversee inventory control, including ordering, receiving, and stock management (FIFO).
• Receive, inspect, store, and prepare meats, fish, and seafood, including cutting, filleting, and trimming using knives and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health standards, including completion of required logs (e.g., temperature, grinder logs).
• Maintain product displays using production charts and stock control sheets to ensure quality and consistency.
• Provide excellent customer service, including assisting with inquiries and supporting special orders.
• Support and help lead the Meat department team in a positive, safety-focused, and engaging manner aligned with organizational values.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in meat handling, retail, or food service is an asset
• Knowledge of meat cuts, storage, and safe handling procedures
• Ability to operate meat cutting equipment safely (slicers, saws, grinders)
• Journeyman Meat Cutter Certificate – preferred
• Previous experience in customer service role 
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Leadership experience or ability to support and guide team members

Working Conditions:

• Flexibility in scheduling, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
• Physically demanding tasks including lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and occasional stair climbing

Benefits:

• Fully Employer Paid Benefits Package (Extended Health Care, Dental, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance)
• Pension Plan
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Competitive bi-weekly wages within the retail market
• Regular milestone increases every 1040 hours up to 10400 hours
• Tuition Assistance
• Opportunities for further development and advancement
• Wage: $25.97 – $30.23 per hour, based on experience.

Join us at Ucluelet Co-op and be a part of an exciting team dedicated to providing quality products and exceptional service to our community.

Ucluelet Co-op embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.