Meat Cutter (NOC 65202)Full-Time

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 displays 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

Annual Salary: $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.