Meat Cutter

For more than a century, Ben E. Keith Company has been a leader in fine food and premium beverage distribution, and we strive to consistently exceed our customers' expectations.

Our Food Division is a complete broad line multi-state distributor, and our Beverage Division operates throughout the state of Texas as a proud distributor of Anheuser-Busch products, craft and import beer brands, spirits, and wine.

We are dedicated to the growth and success of our business, our customers, and our employees-continuing our commitment to delivering quality since 1906.

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Food Careers

Position Summary: Responsible for performing all aspects of the Portion Control Meat Department. Utilizes knowledge of cuts, meat and muscle groups, and yields to produce consistent portion control products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

* Utilizes knife and band saw to cut beef, pork, and various other protein items to customer specifications.

* Plan and prepare cutting list for daily production needs to exceed customer expectations and maximize gross profit.

* Properly inspects meat for quality prior to cutting to specification.

* Weighs, wraps, and boxes product for proper product presentation.

* Check product dates on each item for freshness.

* Train and develop existing and new department team members in proper meat cutting techniques.

* Assemble saws and inspect for damage.

* Prepare cutting room for daily production.

* Check with Production Manager to see if any special cutting is required for the day.

* Responsible for proper sanitation of cutting room (i.e. disassemble equipment, soap and wash equipment, sanitize entire room, etc.).

* Establishes and maintains necessary yields for items produced.

* Ensures correct inventory is utilized based off date for product specs for freshness and/or aged product.

* Communicates with Production Manager regarding close dated products, product rotation and outlets for products.

* Keep work area clean, orderly, and free from safety hazards.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

* To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* One to three years working in a meat department required.

* Basic math skills required.

* Experience with computer programs or ERP systems preferred

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

* Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.

* Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

* Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 75lbs.

* Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced work environment.

* Must be able to stand for long periods of time in wet and cold environment.

Ben E. Keith (BEK) Company is one of the largest food and beverage distributors in the United States. We are a family-owned business with a long-standing tradition of supporting the diverse communities in which we live and work. Our competitive employee benefits provide health and financial protection to our employees and their families.

* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

* Short and Long Term Disability

* 401K with matching contribution

* Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)

* Employee Assistance Program

* Wellness Program

* Educational Assistance Program

* Paid Vacation and holidays

* Employee Credit Union

We have sought to create an environment in which the contributions of each employee at Ben E. Keith are fully valued. This means more than simply treating one another with respect; it also means considering how all our people can positively impact the quality of the decisions we make about our business.

Here at Ben E. Keith, we recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we want to do all we can to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. We believe our differences are also our strengths and we want to do all we can to use those strengths to find more creative solutions for the business challenges we face. Ben E. Keith is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer. VEVRAA Federal Contractor

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• Elba, AL 36323, USA