meat manager

u003cdivu003eu003ch2u003eu003cstrongu003eJob Title: Meat Department Manageru003c/strongu003eu003c/h2u003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003ePosition Summaryu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003cpu003eThe Meat Department Manager is responsible for overseeing all activities of the meat department in a retail grocery setting. This includes managing product inventory, ensuring food safety compliance, supervising department staff, merchandising, and delivering excellent customer service. The manager is accountable for achieving sales and profit targets while maintaining high standards in product quality and presentation.u003c/pu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eKey Responsibilitiesu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003e1. Department Operationsu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eManage daily operations of the meat department including cutting, packaging, labeling, and displaying meat products.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eEnsure cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment in compliance with health and safety regulations.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMonitor product quality and freshness, ensuring proper rotation and disposal of expired or spoiled items.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003e2. Inventory u0026Orderingu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMaintain proper inventory levels; monitor stock to minimize shrink and waste.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eOrder meat and supplies from approved vendors, ensuring timely and accurate replenishment.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eConduct regular inventory audits and adjust orders based on sales trends and seasonal demand.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003e3. Staff Managementu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eRecruit, train, schedule, and supervise meat department staff.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eConduct performance reviews, coach team members, and ensure compliance with company policies.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003ePromote a positive work environment that encourages productivity, safety, and team collaboration.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003e4. Customer Serviceu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eProvide exceptional service by assisting customers with product selection, special orders, and cooking advice.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eAddress customer concerns and complaints promptly and professionally.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003e5. Merchandising u0026Salesu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003ePlan and execute merchandising strategies to drive sales, including promotional displays and pricing strategies.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMonitor and analyze department sales performance and develop action plans to achieve targets.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eWork with store management to coordinate sales campaigns and seasonal promotions.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eQualificationsu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003eEducation u0026Experienceu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eHigh school diploma or equivalent; culinary or meat-cutting certification preferred.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eMinimum 3 years of experience in a meat department with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003ch4u003eu003cstrongu003eSkills u0026Competenciesu003c/strongu003eu003c/h4u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eStrong knowledge of meat products, cutting techniques, and food safety practices.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eExcellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eAbility to lift heavy items (up to 50 lbs), stand for long periods, and work in refrigerated environments.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eBasic computer skills for inventory, ordering, and scheduling.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eWork Scheduleu003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eFull-time; may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on store needs.u003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003chru003eu003ch3u003eu003cstrongu003eReports Tou003c/strongu003eu003c/h3u003eu003culu003eu003cliu003eu003cpu003eStore Manager or Assistant Store Manageru003c/pu003eu003c/liu003eu003c/ulu003eu003c/divu003e ', 'location ': 'Joliet, IL ', 'remote ':null, 'jobtype ': 'directhire ', 'remoteoption ': 'notspecified ', 'featuredonjobboard ':false, 'ownedbyagency ':false, 'externalid ': 'SC55-2749500

Created: 2025-11-15