Intercity Packers Ltd.

Thank you for your interest in Intercity Packers. We are always looking for qualified people to join our team who share our passion for integrity, quality, safety, sustainability, accountability and trust. We are dedicated to our customers and committed to our people. We believe in treating each other with respect and working as a team to get things done right. Does this sound like you? See our job opening below.

Intercity Packers is the largest meat/seafood distribution company in Western Canada and part of the Gordon Food Service (GFS) Canada group of companies, which has been recognized by Forbes magazine to be among Canada’s Best Employers in 2023.

As our innovative business continues to rapidly grow, we are seeking a full time Meat Cutter at our Richmond location. If you can work in a cool, wet, fast-paced environment and under pressure with minimal supervision, we would love to hear from you!

Position: Full-Time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7am-3:30pm
Salary: From $20/hr

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Cut beef, lamb, poultry or pork into primal cuts for further cutting, processing or packaging as per customer's specifications.
• Weigh cuts of meat or known quantity of meat on a scale to determine if the scale is giving accurate readings;
• Trim and/or remove skin, bruises and other blemishes from meat portions;
• Estimate by eye or by feel the weights of meat cuts to ensure they meet the customer’s specifications;
• Perform a “cutting test” that is used to monitor the quality of meat and the workers' trimming skills.
• Must be able to work holidays and overtime as required.

Requirements:

• Flexible in terms of availability
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
• Basic knife skills an asset
• Comfortable working in a cooler/freezer environment
• Reliable, hardworking, punctual, team player and committed to delivering the job.
• Knowledge in meat cuts and experience is an advantage but not required.

Intercity Packers offers a range of benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits (including vision, prescription drugs, disability, and extended health coverage)
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) Matching Program
• Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Company-sponsored events (Family Picnic, Staff Celebration, BBQs)
• Training opportunities
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance Program
• Full-time hours
• A team-oriented work environment
• Special employee discounts on meat and seafood products

At Intercity Packers Meat & Seafood, we believe in good food and good people. Over the past five (5) decades, we have cultivated a rich history of bringing customers high-quality, innovative and carefully sourced meat and seafood products along with the best customer service. Our unwavering mission to provide customers with the best is reflected in our motto, “Yes, we do!"

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Intercity Packers is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to hr@intercitypackers.ca and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.