Meat Cutter – Costco – Montréal, QC

Costco’s warehouse location at 1015 Marché Central in Montréal, QC is looking for an experienced Meat Cutter to join their meat department team. This is a hands-on, skilled trade role that requires precision, product knowledge, and a commitment to food safety standards in a fast-moving warehouse environment.

Day to day, you’ll be working with a variety of meat cutting equipment — including band saws, knives, grinders, tenderizers, and automatic slicers — to prepare and present product that meets Costco’s quality specifications. You’ll play a key role in keeping the meat case stocked, rotating inventory, maintaining cleanliness, and delivering courteous service to members.

About the Role: Meat Cutter

As a Meat Cutter at Costco Montréal, you’ll be responsible for the full cycle of meat preparation — from receiving product in the cooler to cutting, trimming, grinding, and presenting it in the display case. You’ll follow Costco meat cutting specifications and adhere to strict food safety and sanitation protocols throughout every shift.

This role requires physical stamina, including the ability to handle cases of meat weighing up to 80 lbs. You’ll work closely with the Meat Manager and department team to maintain product quality, consistency, and presentation standards, while also supporting seafood road show setups when needed.

Benefits and Salary

Costco is well known for offering competitive compensation and a strong employee benefits package. While specific wage details are not listed in this posting, Costco Canada employees typically enjoy benefits such as health and dental coverage, paid time off, an employee membership, and access to career development opportunities within one of Canada’s most respected retailers.

Responsibilities

The Meat Cutter role at Costco Montréal covers a wide range of daily tasks that keep the meat department running smoothly and safely. From equipment inspection at the start of the day to sanitizing workstations throughout the shift, every responsibility contributes to product quality, member satisfaction, and food safety compliance.

• Inspect and reassemble equipment sanitized from the previous night and assess daily production needs
• Receive, rotate, and scan meat inventory in the cooler; rework and destroy product as required
• Transport meat cases weighing up to 80 lbs from the cooler to the cutting or preparation area
• Cut and trim meat to Costco specifications using band saws, knives, and automatic slicers
• Operate the meat grinder, check fat content of each batch, and follow production standards for quality and consistency
• Operate the tenderizing machine and roast tyer following all safety and security procedures
• Transfer cut and ground meat to styro trays, load onto racks for wrappers, and assist with wrapping
• Stock the meat case according to the Meat Manager’s plan for product presentation and merchandising
• Clean and sanitize the work area throughout the day, following all SSOPs and health code requirements
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery, equipment, and tools
• Set up and execute seafood road shows as outlined in the Costco Seafood Road Show manual
• Provide prompt and courteous service to Costco members at all times

Requirements / Skills

This position is suited to candidates with hands-on meat cutting experience and a thorough understanding of food safety practices. Costco values accuracy, consistency, and the ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, team-oriented environment. Bilingualism in French and English is required for this Montréal location.

• Meat cutting experience is required; candidates must pass Costco’s internal meat cutting test
• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required as of the first day in the position
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• Physical capability to lift and handle cases of meat weighing up to 80 lbs
• Bilingual communication in French (oral and written) is required for this Québec location
• Knowledge of sanitation standards, temperature maintenance, and proper food handling procedures

How to Apply

To apply for the Meat Cutter position at Costco Montréal, use the official link below. Make sure your resume is up to date and reflects your relevant meat cutting experience before submitting your application.

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