Meat Cutter – FT (Langley) in Langley, British Columbia

Otter Co-op is now accepting applications for a Full-Time Meat Cutter at our Retail Centre located in Langley, BC.

Who we are:

Otter Co-op is a diverse and growing organization, serving the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and BC Interior since 1922. With over 100 years in business and over 1000 in our team, we are proud to be a locally owned and community minded member of the neighbourhoods we live, work and play in. We operate three food and pharmacy stores (including one with a fashion and hardware department), thirty-one Angry Otter liquor stores, two feed mills, two bulk petroleum facilities, the Angry Otter Tap & Forno and Brewery in North Vancouver, the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford, the Highwayman pub in South Surrey and twenty-five gas station/convenience stores. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at www.otterco-op.crs.

What you will do:

Reporting to the Meat Manager, responsibilities for this position include the following: 

• Maintain high standards of workmanship and safety

• Cut, trim, and otherwise prepare standard cuts of meat, poultry, fish and shellfish for sale

• Grind meats using powered grinders and slicing machines

• Shape, lace and tie roasts and other meats, poultry or fish and may wrap prepared meats, poultry, fish and shellfish

• Prepare/package product for sale

• Stock product to cases and shelves

• Loading and unloading of product.

• Perform clean up duties as required

• Contribute to the team in living the Corporate Values of Integrity, Community and Excellence

• Perform other duties as assigned

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.  

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations and:

• Previous meat cutter experience is required

• Motivation to learn and grow within the role

• Strong customer service skills

• Must have excellent communication skills, and be able to work efficiently in a team setting as well as independently in a fast-paced environment

• This is a physical job requiring the ability to stand for long periods of time and lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. on occasion

• Must be available 7 days a week to work a variety of shifts, including early mornings, afternoons and evenings

• Must be committed to a SAFE working environment

• MUST have open availability and able to work a variety of shifts that include mornings, afternoons, late evenings and weekends

• This position is based at the Retail Centre, though it may require on some occasions to travel and work at other locations as business needs arise

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Wages

• Wage increases based on hours worked & meeting expectations in the position

• Annual bonus program for all eligible team members

• Comprehensive benefits package, including extended health, dental, vision, disability & life insurance

• Employer matched pension plan

• Team discount on Gas, Liquor, Food, Fashion, Hardware, Feed & Restaurant purchases

• Co-op Membership with an annual dividend payment on qualified purchases

• Education Assistance Program

• Learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation

Otter Co-op is committed to a diverse and supportive working environment based on our Core Company Values of Integrity, Community and Excellence.  We embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve.  We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

We would like to thank everyone for their applications, however only candidates that will be moving forward in the interview process will be contacted.

Posting date: Novemner 29, 2024

Wage at time of posting: $19.06 to $30.19 hourly

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