Meat Assistant – Costco – Kelowna, BC

Costco’s Kelowna warehouse on Baron Road is looking for a Meat Assistant to join their busy meat department. This is a hands-on, physical role that keeps the department running smoothly — from wrapping and labelling meat products to stocking display cases and operating meat processing equipment. If you take pride in food quality and enjoy working in a fast-paced setting, this could be a solid fit.

Day to day, you’ll be working with automatic wrapping machines, a meat grinder, and display case stock rotation — all while keeping up with strict food safety and sanitation standards. It’s a role that blends physical work with attention to detail and a commitment to member service.

About the Role: Meat Assistant

As a Meat Assistant at the Costco Kelowna location, you’ll handle the full range of daily meat department tasks. That includes inspecting and reassembling equipment at the start of each shift, reworking the display case, rotating products, and running packages through the automatic wrapping machine. You’ll set the labeller according to product type and price, then apply those labels accurately before stocking finished product into the display case.

Beyond the wrapping and stocking duties, you’ll operate the meat grinder and check fat content for each batch — following proper production procedures and quality standards. Maintaining a clean, sanitary workspace throughout your shift is a core part of the job, and you’ll be expected to comply with all health code requirements, including temperature monitoring and sanitation protocols. Routine machinery maintenance and courteous member service round out the role.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a pay rate of $20.00 per hour. Costco is widely recognised for offering competitive wages and strong employee benefits packages, including health and dental coverage, as well as other perks that come with working for one of Canada’s leading warehouse retailers.

Responsibilities

Working in the meat department means following precise routines every shift to ensure product quality, food safety, and a well-stocked display for Costco members. The tasks below reflect the core of what this role involves on a daily basis, and consistency in each area is key to departmental success.

• Inspect and reassemble equipment sanitised overnight before beginning each shift
• Rework and rotate display case product to maintain freshness and presentation standards
• Operate the automatic wrapping machine by loading trays of styro-packaged meat from wheeled racks
• Configure the labeller based on product type and price, then print and apply labels accurately
• Stock display cases with wrapped and labelled product using sliding windows or floor racks
• Operate the meat grinder, check fat content per batch, and maintain quality and consistency standards
• Clean and sanitise the department area throughout the day in compliance with health code requirements
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools
• Provide prompt and courteous service to Costco members
• Assist in other warehouse areas as needed

Requirements / Skills

Costco is looking for someone who is reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a physically demanding meat department environment. Candidates who already have relevant experience in meat handling or food processing will be at an advantage in the selection process.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 required on your first day in the position
• Meat wrapping experience is preferred; candidates with this background will be given priority
• Ability to follow food safety, sanitation, and health code standards consistently
• Physical ability to handle large trays of product and work on your feet throughout a full shift
• Strong attention to detail when it comes to product labelling and quality checks

How to Apply

To apply, use the official link below to submit your application directly through Costco’s hiring portal. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects any relevant food handling or meat department experience before submitting.

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