• Job Description

  Req#: 32528366684

  1212 New Capitola - New Leaf, Capitola, California, United States of America

  Job Description

  Posted Monday, February 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM | Expires Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:59 AM

  Who is New Leaf Community Markets?

  New Leaf Community Markets opened its doors as a small cooperative in 1985 on the Westside of Santa Cruz. We learned early on, that the well-being of our guests, staff, and community starts with sustainable, locally-produced food. Farm-to-table all the way! We've partnered with open-minded producers who care as deeply about our people, the planet, and social justice as we do, from day one.

  Our mission is to be a purveyor of good – from offering the best local and natural foods to taking care of our staff, community, and environment. We love what we do, and we know that it's our passionate staff who make it all possible. We're committed to taking care of our people by leading the way with progressive employment practices.

  Every day, we work to create an atmosphere of openness, caring, trust, and fairness – a place where staff can thrive, and differences are celebrated. As a member of the New Leaf Community Markets team, you can count on an inclusive, friendly environment and a welcoming group of inspired individuals who love people, great food, and being a part of a community gathering place.

  Ingredients You'll Bring to the Table:

  You love food and have the ability to create an experience that is beyond the everyday. You have a positive attitude and work well in a team environment. You can connect with people and reach a level of hospitality that exceeds guests' expectations. You are warm, outgoing, authentically amazing, and want to be inspired, challenged, and proud of where you work.

  You embody the spirit of New Leaf Community Market's core values: Community, Integrity, Sustainability, Quality, and Respect; and you are driven by our mission to nourish and sustain our community by using business as a force for change.

  What's on Your Plate:

  Job Title: Meat Cutter

  Department: Meat

  Reports To: Meat Manager

  FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

  Summary

  Processes all cuts of beef, lamb, and pork products and is responsible for ordering and maintaining production schedules. Provides exceptional customer service and contributes to a positive and collaborative team environment.

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  General Requirements:

  • Engages the customer in a friendly manner, shares product information, and assists in locating products throughout the store.
  • Demonstrates ability to manage own time and models a flexible work style.
  • Represents company values. Works cooperatively and positively with fellow team members.
  • Gives and receives feedback in a constructive manner demonstrating the company's Speak Up culture.
  • Conserves company resources. Works in a manner consistent with the company mission, vision, values, and sustainability program.
  • Adheres to work and food safety policies set forth by the company and all local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
  • Observe all company rules and policies.

  Position Responsibilities:

  • Wraps, weighs and prices meat and seafood products according to department policy.
  • Ensures all meat and seafood items are cut, trimmed, and processed by company standards.
  • Orders meat products according to anticipated sales and seasonal needs.
  • Stock, rotate, and face cases.
  • Maintains awareness of industry trends, current ads, promotions, holidays, and events.
  • Assesses and adjusts production needs based on sales.
  • Guides the work of backup meat cutters.
  • Partners with the department management team to maintain excellent department conditions.
  • Receives and unloads merchandise; checks quality, and counts for accuracy and condition.
  • Assists customers with product selection.
  • Demonstrates familiarity with products in the department.
  • Adheres to department compliance with company organic standards.
  • Completes customer special orders thoroughly.
  • Maintains accurate pricing and signage.
  • Follows company procedures for processing invoices, transfers, and credits.
  • Handles damaged and spoiled products according to company policy.
  • Maintains the organization, rotation, and cleanliness of back stock areas.
  • May participate in other activities, such as inventories, scheduling, and performance reviews.
  • Notifies the department manager or Manager on Duty of any situations relating to customer service, safety, productivity, security, or any other situation that may hurt the store.
  • Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

  This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements, but constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function within our company.

  Customer Service Skills

  Engages the customer in a friendly manner, shares product information, and assists in locating products throughout the store.

  Education and/or Experience

  • Previous customer service, food service, retail, or grocery experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of retail Meat and Seafood departments is preferred.
  • Prior meat cutting/fabrication experience is required.

  Language Skills

  Basic ability to read and interpret documents required.

  Mathematical Skills

  Basic math and computation skills are required.

  Reasoning Ability

  Skills to read, understand, and follow through on verbal and written instructions.

  Knowledge of English (Preferred)

  This is a customer service-driven position. Should have the ability to speak, read, and understand English.

  Physical Demands

  This position works at a Heavy level. Required frequently and up to continuously to be on feet with a mix of standing and walking throughout the shift.

  This position may require the use of the following tools and equipment: box knife, baler, scanner, hand truck, POS, conveyer belt, industrial kitchen equipment, etc.

  Work occurs in a grocery store environment which includes surfaces that can be wet and slippery, moderate noise levels, and temperature extremes in controlled environments.

  Why You'll Love Working at New Leaf Community Markets

  • Amazing Benefits Package – Including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and 401k at 25 hours a week.
  • Great earning potential with the opportunity for growth within our family of brands.
  • Paid Parental Leave available.
  • Lifestyle Scheduling.
  • Public Transport Benefits.
  • Paid Community Service Hours.
  • 30% discount at all New Leaf Community Markets, Bristol Farms, and Lazy Acres Natural Market locations.

  1212 New Capitola - New Leaf, Capitola, California, United States of America

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