MEAT DEPT LEADER

About the role

Plan, organize, train, and direct Meat department associates; perform production and customer service functions; maximize store sales and profits. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Develop maximum customer relations through friendliness, courtesy, and implementation of all company policies.
• Assist in store security and handle customer complaints tactfully.
• Maintain accurate and updated temperature logs for the department.
• Train and follow up with Meat department associates on temperature logs to ensure accurate recordings.
• Perform and direct pricing and displaying of merchandise.
• Maintain proper signage, product rotation, freshness, quantity, quality, and space allocation for merchandise.
• Provide input on department budgets, goals, and results.
• Train and develop all Meat department employees, emphasizing customer courtesy, productivity, and proper utilization of technical skills.
• Implement company programs and adhere to policies, particularly maintaining a work environment free of unlawful harassment or discrimination.
• Make recommendations regarding hiring, firing, disciplining, demoting, transferring, and evaluating Meat department associates.
• Promote, communicate, and implement company initiatives and process improvements positively.
• Manage people and organize workloads effectively.
• Supervise and coach direct reports in their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback.
• Perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

• Willingness to work weekends and holidays.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly.
• Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers.
• Skills for effective production, merchandising, and customer service related to preparation and sale of products.
• Understanding of all key components of department operations.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, safety, and food handling.

Desired Qualifications

• Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation.
• Past work record reflecting dependability and integrity.

About Us

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities, and each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career through our Continuing Education program.
• Industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways for growth.