Meat Assistant Department Manager

About the role

Festival Foods is a Wisconsin grocer dedicated to community service and guest satisfaction. We operate 40+ full-service supermarkets across Wisconsin. As a leader in food service, we value our employees and offer comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations in the absence of the Meat Department Manager.
• Create a positive work environment by training, mentoring, and developing associates.
• Collaborate with the Meat Department Manager to write and conduct performance reviews, and conduct corrective action as necessary.
• Ensure the meat department runs smoothly by maintaining proper stock levels, accurate pricing, and merchandising.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe workspace in compliance with company standards.
• Monitor sales and inventory to maximize department profitability.
• Work closely with the Store Director, Meat Director, Training & Execution Specialists, and other department managers to exceed expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3+ years of leadership experience in retail, food service, fast food, or restaurant settings.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• WI Certified Food Manager License (reimbursable by Festival Foods).
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate a team.
• Strong communication skills and customer-focused mindset.
• Proficiency with technology and computer systems.
• A solid understanding of warehouse operations in a retail or grocery setting.
• A commitment to maintaining high food safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods, walk, bend, stoop, and kneel.
• Fine finger and broad manual dexterity, and eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Full range of upper body motion for occasional lifting up to 60 pounds.
• Repetitive tasks for prolonged periods.
• Functional sensory abilities for visual monitoring and operating equipment.

Skills

• Leadership and coaching skills.
• Customer service and food preparation expertise.
• Inventory management and stock control.
• Team collaboration and cross-departmental communication.

Benefits

• Industry-leading 15% associate discount on grocery purchases.
• Weekly pay and premium pay for part-time and full-time associates.
• Two-week advanced scheduling for better planning and balance.
• Vision and dental insurance for part-time and full-time associates.
• Parental leave, fitness reimbursement, EAP, and LEAPCare services.
• 401(k) plan with an annual discretionary match for retirement savings.

Pay

Hourly associates are paid weekly, with additional premiums on Sundays and select holidays. Full-time hourly associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.

Schedule

The Meat Assistant Department Manager is a full-time position with a flexible schedule including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.