Meat Cutter

Jewel Osco, South Elgin, IL

Meat Cutter at Jewel Osco in South Elgin, IL. Prepares fresh meat products, assists customers, and maintains clean, stocked displays. The company states it follows fair chance laws and will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Requires prior meat cutting or food preparation experience and ability to work in cold environments.

What the posting says about criminal records

The employer states it follows fair chance hiring laws. This is a legal compliance statement and does not necessarily mean records are welcomed, so expect a background check after a conditional offer.

Last checked Oct 16, 2026. Policies can change, so confirm with the employer before you apply.

Overview

As a Meat Cutter, you prepare beef, poultry, and other meat products for display, ensuring items are trimmed, packaged, and labeled correctly. You interact with customers, handle special cut requests, and keep the department organized and stocked. The role uses knives, grinders, and saws while following food safety and sanitation standards. The company states it follows fair chance laws and will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Prior meat cutting or food preparation experience required
• Ability to operate power equipment such as saws, grinders, and slicers following training and safety guidelines
• Knowledge of meat cuts and preparation techniques required
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and maintain sanitation standards
• Availability to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

• Inclusive work culture built on belonging
• Competitive Wages paid weekly
• Flexible work schedules
• Associate discounts
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth & development
• Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Vacation / Paid Time Off

Job details

Location

South Elgin, IL

Pay

$15.35 to $26.75 per hour

Job type

Part-time

Industry

Food Service and Hospitality

Posted

Oct 7, 2026

Drug test

Not stated