Overview
At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.
Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.
As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.
THE ROLE
Under the supervision of the Meat Department Supervisor, the Meat Cutter cuts, trims and prepares standard cuts of meat for sale to customers using hand tools and power equipment such as grinder, cubing machine and power saw. They shape laces and tie meat cuts by hand, using boning knife, skewer and twine, as needed. They trim and arrange the meat economically and attractively, and display the meat in display cases. They ensure that temperature logs are filled out throughout the day. They inform customers regarding the content and types of product available including bulk meat packages.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED
Education, Certifications and Licenses
High school diploma AND some years of experience in retail
Experience
In meat cutting and wrapping
In meat department operations
In merchandising of meat products, an asset
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
English Essential
BENEFITS AVAILABLE
Health Benefits: Healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program and mental health support.
Work Life Balance: Paid/unpaid leave, including vacation pay, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
Perks: Discounts provided through CF One Member Appreciation.
Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits
OTHER INFORMATION
This is an on-site position with an assigned work location.
Perform heavy lifting, carrying, pulling and/or pushing (i.e. 50 lbs / 23kg or more)
This unionized position is open to all interested parties. Preference will be granted in accordance with the Collective Agreement.
START DATE
28 July 2025
INCLUSION AND ACCOMMODATION
CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
Job Reference: CFMWS14905
