Meat Department Sanitation

Job Title:             Meat Department Sanitation

FLSA Status:       Hourly

Reports to:         Store Manager

Maintains cleanliness of the department in an effort to exhibit a clean store to our guests as well as to create a clean and safe work environment for other associates and guests.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform tasks that contribute to overall sanitation and cleanliness of the meat department that include:
• Emptying garbage
• Washing dishes
• Cleaning and sanitizing equipment and surfaces, such as ovens, dishwashers, racks, tables, counter tops, etc.
• Sweeping, mopping and vacuuming the floor
• Steam clean floors every five weeks
• Clean all glass in all refrigeration units for meat display cases)
• Clean and sanitize when necessary
• Replace paper towels and toilet paper
• Order and maintain cleaning supplies and tools
• Clean fridge, sinks, floors and tables
• Assist in shelf cleaning in the store four times per year
• Perform light maintenance duties
• Provide customer service to guests
• Other duties as assigned
• Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences

QUALIFICATIONS:

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

• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with customers and all personnel
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Must be neat and clean in appearance, friendly, and inviting
• Must be able to work at a fast pace

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

• The employee must possess the ability to stand in place for long periods of time; walk in the store; bend, stoop and kneel regularly
• This position requires the employee have the ability to have full range of upper body motion.  Requires the ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures
• Exposure to cleaning products

WORK SCHEDULE

Meat Department Sanitation is a part-time hourly position. The work schedule will include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. 

At Hometown Grocers we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Hometown Grocers believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and our community strengthen our ability to serve our guests, as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.