Department: Meat

Location: Duarte, CA

PAYSCALE:

$20.44 - $25.40

Join the Vallarta Supermarkets Family!

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we’re more than just a grocery store, we’re a vibrant part of the communities we serve. We’re seeking friendly, service-oriented individuals who take pride in delivering extraordinary customer experiences and thrive in a fast-paced, festive environment. If you’re passionate about fresh, quality baked goods and love making people smile, we’d love to meet you!

About the Role

The Meat Receiver is responsible for accurately receiving, inspecting, and stocking all meat department products. This role verifies invoices, inspects quality, rotates stock, and maintains clean, organized storage rooms, coolers, and freezers—all while providing excellent service and ensuring compliance with Vallarta’s standards for food safety and honesty.

What You’ll Do

• Customer Service: Smile, greet, and assist customers courteously.
• Receiving: Accurately receive meat department merchandise following company procedures.
• Verification: Match invoices/notes of purchase with products received; weigh meat regularly to ensure accuracy.
• Problem-Solving: Report discrepancies to vendors and the Meat Manager; complete vendor error forms as needed.
• Inventory Communication: Regularly inform Meat Manager of inventory levels.
• Stocking: Transport product to coolers/storage after receiving; rotate products using FIFO practices.
• Compliance & Safety: Follow receiving hours; adhere to Vallarta’s food safety, sanitation, and safety policies.
• Product Care: Monitor refrigeration temperatures and report discrepancies.
• Sales Support: Promote sales through suggestive selling and customer engagement.
• Teamwork: Assist coworkers, communicate with management, and maintain honesty in packaging, weighing, and pricing.
• Other Duties: Complete additional responsibilities assigned by management.

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk constantly (6–8+ hours/day).
• Frequent bending (neck/waist), squatting, twisting, and reaching above/below shoulders.
• Frequent repetitive hand use (simple grasping, power grasping, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling).
• Lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Heaviest item: one box, 65 lbs., carried up to 3 feet.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and moving equipment safely.
• Work near equipment and machinery, with exposure to noise, temperature, and humidity changes.
• No work at heights; no walking on uneven ground required.

What We’re Looking For

• Knowledge of different types of meat.
• Understanding of receiving procedures and food safety.
• Familiarity with tools and equipment used in meat departments.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of English language.
• Prior meat department or receiving experience helpful.
• Responsible, professional, and respectful attitude.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment

• Fast-paced meat department receiving and retail setting.
• Exposure to perishable products, refrigerated coolers, equipment, and changing conditions.
• Collaborative, team-oriented workplace.
• Must work flexible schedule: afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

Full-Time Team Members

• Health medical plan: $25/week, plus free dental & vision.
• Free $25,000 Basic Life and AD&D Insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid vacation.
• Access to legal services.

Part-Time & Full-Time Benefits

• Paid sick time.
• Premium pay for holidays.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Savings marketplace & credit union membership.
• Recognition programs (birthdays, years of service, spirit days, etc.).

At Vallarta Supermarkets, we believe our culture drives execution. If you’re detail-oriented, honest, and passionate about maintaining accuracy and quality, we invite you to apply today to join our team as a Meat Receiver!

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