Job Summary:
The Meat Department Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the meat department in our retail grocery stores or supermarkets. The Meat Department Manager oversees ordering, stocking, and pricing meat products, managing staff, maintaining quality and safety standards, and providing exceptional customer service. The Meat Department Manager will also train the trainers to build sales and profits in the Meat Department.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Analyze profit and loss statements to recommend improvements to meet department standards.
- Ability to train in displaying and merchandizing products.
- Assist in developing promotional programs.
- Work with the department staff to improve efficiency and increase sales.
- Assist the department with merchandising in accordance with the preferences of the store owner/manager to maintain shelf allocations and ensure the availability of products.
- Evaluate department conditions and operations to determine strengths and areas for improvement, and relay that information to department managers and owners.
- Review standards for safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation, and productivity to ensure they are maintained.
- Communicate with the store leadership on problems, recommendations for change, effectiveness of plans and merchandising decisions.
- Recommend proper shelf, case, and display conditions to include stocking, cleaning, straightening, and rotating product.
- Review and recommend proper cooler conditions to include rotating and organizing cases of product.
- Assist in training employees to effectively portion, present, and package merchandise according to customers’ requests and in a way that minimizes shrink and maximizes sales.
- Develop and maintain an understanding of the products you are selling/serving.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
- Understand the importance of the handling of allergen containing products.
- Ability to prioritize and handle several tasks at once.
- Friendly, outgoing personality.
- Previous customer service experience.
- Strong communication skills.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field preferred.
- At least four years of related experience required.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. throughout any assigned shift unassisted.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
- Ability to climb and balance on a step stool/ladder.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, and crouch.
- Ability to sustain repetitive arm and hand motion.
Work Environment:
- Ability to work under a variety of conditions and temperatures, wet and dry, for extended periods of time.
- Ability to work safely around kitchen machinery and sharp knives.
Background:
- Candidate must pass a background check that includes a drug test and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. This position description is subject to revision at any time.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Meat Department: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Bessemer, AL 35020: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person