Job Title: Prepared Foods & Meat Production Associate

Location: [Store Location]

We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Prepared Foods & Meat Production Associate to join our team. This position is responsible for preparing fresh meals and ready-to-eat products, packaging meat, and maintaining high standards of food quality, safety, and cleanliness. Experience in a grocery store, deli, kitchen, or food production environment is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare fresh meals, ready-to-eat products, sandwiches, salads, and other heat-and-serve (HMR) items.
- Turn available ingredients into recipes and meal offerings while following company recipes and food quality standards.
- Weigh, portion, tray-pack, wrap, label, and price fresh meat products.
- Prepare and package food according to food safety and sanitation regulations.
- Monitor product freshness, rotate inventory (FIFO), and minimize food waste.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary food preparation area.
- Assist with stocking displays and ensuring products are attractively merchandised.
- Follow all health, safety, and workplace procedures.
- Work with team members to meet daily production goals.

Qualifications





- Previous experience in food preparation, grocery, deli, meat department, or commercial kitchen is preferred.
- Knowledge of safe food handling practices; Food Handler Certification is an asset.
- Ability to follow recipes, portion accurately, and maintain consistent product quality.
- Comfortable handling raw meat and operating basic food preparation equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work efficiently in a quick-paced environment.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg) and stand for extended periods.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays.

What We Offer.

- Stable, full-time or part-time opportunities.
- Training and opportunities for career growth.
- Friendly and supportive team environment.

If you have a passion for food preparation, take pride in quality, and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today by submitting your resume in person or online.

Benefits:

- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

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