Meat Assistant – Costco – Vancouver, BC

Located at 605 Expo Blvd in Vancouver, BC, Costco is looking for a Meat Assistant to join its warehouse team. This is a hands-on role in the meat department where you’ll be working with equipment, handling product preparation, and ensuring members receive high-quality service every single day.

From operating wrapping machines and meat grinders to stocking display cases and maintaining sanitation standards, this position keeps the department running smoothly. If you have experience in a meat department or food production environment, this could be a solid fit for you.

About the Role: Meat Assistant

As a Meat Assistant at Costco’s Vancouver location, your primary duties revolve around preparing, wrapping, labelling, and stocking meat products for the warehouse floor. You’ll operate an automatic wrapping machine, set the labeller according to product type and price, and ensure all finished products meet Costco’s standards for quality and consistency. Rotating product in the display case and managing stock on wheeled racks are also core parts of the job.

Beyond the equipment work, this role requires a strong commitment to food safety and sanitation. You’ll be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing your area throughout the day, performing routine maintenance on machinery, and following all health code requirements — including maintaining proper temperatures and sanitation standards. Providing prompt and courteous member service is also expected as part of your daily routine.

Benefits and Salary

This Meat Assistant position at Costco Vancouver offers an hourly wage of $20.00. Costco is well known across Canada for offering competitive compensation and a supportive workplace culture to its warehouse employees.

Responsibilities

The Meat Assistant role at Costco is fast-paced and requires close attention to detail throughout every shift. From equipment checks first thing in the morning to cleaning and sanitizing at the end of the day, your work directly impacts the quality and safety of products on the floor.

• Inspect and reassemble equipment sanitized from the previous night and rework the display case to rotate product
• Load and operate an automatic wrapping machine by placing individual packages of styrofoam-packaged meat from large wheeled racks
• Set and apply labels using the labeller based on product type and price, ensuring accuracy on every package
• Stock display cases by reaching through sliding windows or moving racks to the floor, keeping shelves full and properly organized
• Operate the meat grinder, dump meat into the machine, and check the fat content of each batch to ensure product consistency
• Clean and sanitize the work area throughout the day in compliance with health code and sanitation standards
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools used in the department
• Provide member service that is prompt, courteous, and aligned with Costco’s service standards
• Assist in other warehouse areas as needed to support overall operations

Requirements / Skills

Costco is looking for candidates who are reliable, safety-conscious, and comfortable working in a food production environment. Prior experience with meat wrapping will give your application a clear advantage, though the team values a strong work ethic and commitment to quality above all else.

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred for this position
• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required on the first day in the role
• Meat wrapping experience will be given preference over other candidates during the selection process
• Ability to follow safety and security procedures consistently throughout each shift
• Physical capability to handle large trays, operate machinery, and perform repetitive tasks in a busy warehouse setting
• French communication skills (oral and written) are required for candidates applying to Quebec locations — not applicable for this Vancouver posting

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 highlights any relevant meat department or food handling experience before submitting.

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