Bench Assistant Meat Team Lead

Date: Aug 7, 2026

Location:
Slingerlands, NY, US, 12159

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Company: PriceChopper

Pay Range: $18.00- $28.00

Bethlehme, Glenmont, East Greenbush, North Greenbush, delaware Ave, Central Ave, Madison Ave, Hudson Valley Plaza

SUMMARY

Provides fast, friendly service to all Price Chopper customers. Responsible for the operation of the meat department in the absence of the meat manager. Cuts all meat in accordance with trim "specs" and guidelines and ensures the quality and freshness of product in the meat case to promote optimal opportunity for sales. Responsible for providing excellent customer service (both internally and externally) and courtesy on an on-going basis. Must adhere to all sanitation guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Consistently work within to provide fast, friendly, helpful and efficient customer service at all times.

Responsible for smiling, making eye contact and thanking customer upon fulfilling customer's request.

Maintain a neat, clean and organized workstation, according to 5S standards, at all times.

Responsible for cutting meat using knives, saws, cubers, slicers and grinders.

Responsible for operation of meat department in absence of the meat manager.

Ensure the proper wrapping, weighing, labeling and displaying of all meat merchandise.

Responsible for adhering to all company meat department standards (i.e.: case layout and trim specifications).

Responsible for adhering to proper sanitation and temperature guidelines to include corporate and state inspection standards.

Maintain grind logs, and meat logs consistent with store policy.

Responsible for receiving all meat merchandise (i.e.: DSD and warehouse).

Control shrink through adherence to related policies and procedures.

Perform other related duties assigned by management and adhere to all company policies and procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 18 years of age. Ability to manage others and demonstrate follow-through to achieve desired results and objectives. Ability to pass a cutting test.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Satisfactory performance reviews. Basic computer skills. Strong communication skills. High School Degree or equivalent. 6-12 months of related experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Exposure to Cold Environment Constant 5-8 Hours

Standing Constant 5-8 Hours

Walking Constant 5-8 Hours

Grasping/Finger Movement & Dexterity- Left/Right Hands Constant 5-8 Hours

Bending Frequent 3-5 Hours

Twisting Frequent 3-5 Hours

Pivoting Frequent 3-5 Hours

Squatting/Kneeling Occasional 1-3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 2400lbs

Lifting Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs

Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 75lbs

EQUIPMENT USED

Pallet Jack.

Scales.

Knives.

Grinders.

Cubers.

Slicers.

Bandsaw.

Steel mesh gloves.

Baler.

Compactor.

Automated wrapper.

OLOS.

Dolphin

Phone

Cleaning Chemicals and Supplies

• Equipment used by a minor (under 18 years of age), please refer to The Equipment use by Minor Associates policy dated: June 2008

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.

Nearest Major Market: Albany