Meat Team Leader Assistant
Job Summary
Assist the Meat Manager in providing leadership in the Meat Department by directing and managing Team Members, ordering raw materials and supplies, and implementing merchandising initiatives to stimulate business growth while meeting customer requirements and maximizing profits.
Requirements
- 3 to 5 years of experience.
- Prior management experience in meat operations or a related field.
- Customer service experience.
- Knowledge of Market District meat operational procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret profit and loss statements.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Meat cutting certification.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Minimum age of 18 years.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Meat Manager in running the Meat Department by writing orders, assigning job assignments, and maintaining department conditions.
- Provide customers with a variety of cuts of meat and fill sales cases by assisting in cutting meat.
- Maintain product levels in sales cases by inspecting product levels and preparing products for case.
- Ensure proper procedures are followed so the store meets out‑of‑stock percentage goals.
- Promote continuous development of Team Members and identify candidates for the Management Development Process.
- Adhere to the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Unload and check in orders; stock frozen foods and lunch meats to sales cases; unload deliveries in cooler and freezer.
- Maintain cold‑chain processes.
- Model, understand, and promote safety processes in accordance with Health Department, HACCP, OSHA, and company policies.
- Share food knowledge with fellow team members and customers.
- Demonstrate appropriate suggestive selling techniques.
- Conduct business with the highest degree of integrity and deliver unparalleled customer service.
- Actively participate in and promote an environment that embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for Team Members, Customers, Vendors, and the Community.
- Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, and floors to meet safety and sanitation regulations.
About Us
At Giant Eagle, we believe in nourishing life’s moments, big and small, because they matter. We strive to lead the way in quality, service, and everyday value. Most importantly, the compassion, care, and respect our Team Members show to each other and in our communities is what truly sets us apart. Here, you’ll find a place to win, grow, and be better together. If you want to make a real impact, belong to a supportive community, and build a meaningful career, we invite you to grow your future with us — because you matter.