Meat Cutter (NOC 65202)

We pride ourselves in providing a variety of fresh products to our customers.  Our Meat Department contributes a large part to this by providing our customers with high grade tender cuts of meat.

Job Duties:

• Grind, slice, and prepare raw and cooked meats using commercial grinders, slicers, and related equipment
• Cut, weigh, package, label, and price meat, meat products, fish, and seafood for retail sale
• Prepare a variety of products for the Fresh Market Foods Gourmet Meats counter in accordance with production requirements
• Follow daily production sheets to ensure adequate product availability and minimize waste
• Monitor meat and seafood display and restock as required throughout the day
• Recommend complementary or alternative meat and seafood products to customers
• Inspect product quality, check expiry dates, and ensure proper rotation of stock (FIFO method)
• Receive, handle, and store meat and seafood products according to company food safety and sanitation standards
• Follow all food safety and hygiene procedures, including cleaning and sanitizing work areas and equipment
• Notify management when inventory or supplies are low to ensure timely reordering
• Respond to customer inquiries and provide product information to support a positive customer experience
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment, ensuring all equipment is in good working condition

Qualifications:

• Completion of secondary school (high school) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum 2 years of experience in meat cutting, butchery, or a related food processing role
• Knowledge of safe food handling practices and sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment and handle refrigerated conditions
• Strong attention to detail and product quality standards

Language of Work: English (Bilingual – French/English is an asset)

Terms of Employment: Permanent Full-time (40 hours/week)

Positions: 1

Hourly Rate: $21.00/hour – $27.00/hour (Based on Experience)

Benefits: After completing the 3-month probationary period, employees are enrolled in our Group Benefits, which include Medical & Dental Benefits, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Maple Program and access to our staff-only gym. Additionally, employees receive a 10% discount at Fresh Market Foods and a 20% Discount at Your Dollar Store with More. After 1 year of employment, employees are eligible to enroll in our Group RRSP and DPSP program.

Location of Work: 79 Queen Street & 48 Front Street; Sioux Lookout, ON

Closing Date: August 14, 2026

Start Date: September 14, 2026

Transportation: Fresh Market Foods will cover a one-time round-trip travel cost for the successful candidate to our location and back to their permanent residence at the end of the work period. (This does not include the cost for a full trailer move (household goods, trailers, or large personal belongings etc.).

Housing: Below-market value employee housing may be available, subject to availability.

Submit your resume to:

Liz Ward, Human Resources Manager

In Store: 79 Queen Street; Sioux Lookout, ON

Email: jobs@freshmarketfoods.ca

Fresh Market Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all interested applicants to apply. Reasonable accommodation will be provided during the hiring process.