Meat Cutter – Costco – Vancouver, BC

If you take pride in your craft and know your way around a band saw, Costco is looking for a skilled Meat Cutter to join their team at the Vancouver location on 605 Expo Blvd. This is a hands-on role for someone who’s passionate about quality, precision, and delivering an exceptional product to Costco members every single day.

As a Meat Cutter at Costco, you’ll be an essential part of the warehouse’s meat department — from receiving and rotating stock in the cooler to cutting, trimming, and preparing fresh product to Costco’s exacting standards. It’s a physically demanding and rewarding role that blends butchery skills, food safety knowledge, and teamwork.

About the Role: Meat Cutter

This position goes well beyond basic cutting duties. You’ll be responsible for operating a range of equipment including band saws, knives, meat grinders, tenderizing machines, and automatic slicers, while ensuring every product meets Costco’s specifications for quality and consistency. You’ll also help manage display case merchandising and support the wrapping team.

Safety and sanitation are non-negotiable at Costco. You’ll be expected to follow all Sanitation Standard Operating Procedures (SSOPs), maintain proper food temperatures, and comply with health codes throughout every shift. Routine equipment maintenance and a commitment to a clean working environment are all part of the day-to-day.

Benefits and Salary

This position offers a pay rate of $21.00 per hour. Costco is well known for offering some of the most competitive compensation packages in Canadian retail, and their commitment to employee well-being extends well beyond the paycheque.

Responsibilities

Working in Costco’s meat department means staying on top of multiple tasks at once — from equipment checks at the start of the day to restocking and sanitizing at the end. Every responsibility ties directly to food quality, member satisfaction, and departmental efficiency.

• Inspect and reassemble equipment sanitized from the previous night and assess daily production needs
• Receive and rotate meat in the cooler, scan inventory, and manage reworks and product destruction as needed
• Transport meat cases up to 80 lbs from the cooler to the meat cutting and preparation area
• Cut and trim meat to Costco specifications using band saw, knives, or automatic slicer
• Operate the meat grinder, checking fat content of each batch to ensure product consistency and quality standards
• Transfer and load cut and ground meat onto styro trays and wheeled racks, and assist with wrapping and stocking the meat case
• Clean and sanitize the work area throughout the day in compliance with health codes and SSOPs
• Perform routine maintenance on machinery and equipment used in the department
• Set up and execute seafood road shows as per the Costco Seafood Road Show manual
• Deliver prompt and courteous service to Costco members at all times

Requirements / Skills

Costco is looking for a candidate who brings genuine meat cutting experience to the table along with the discipline to operate in a high-standard food environment. Attention to detail, physical stamina, and a commitment to safety are what set top candidates apart in this role.

• Meat cutting experience is required — candidates must pass the Costco meat cutting test
• Food Safety Certification – Level 1 is required on the first day in the position
• High School Diploma or GED is preferred
• Physical capability to lift and carry cases of meat up to 80 lbs regularly
• Knowledge of sanitation standards and food safety protocols including proper temperature management
• Ability to operate meat department equipment including band saws, grinders, slicers, and tenderizers

How to Apply

Ready to bring your butchery skills to one of Canada’s most respected retailers? Apply directly through the official Costco job posting and take the next step in your career as a Meat Cutter in Vancouver.

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