Processed Meat Manager

About the role

Festival Foods is a Wisconsin grocer dedicated to community service and guest satisfaction. We operate 40+ full-service supermarkets throughout Wisconsin. This role is full-time and reports to the Meat Department Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead the processed meats area, overseeing stocking, rotation, and merchandising.
• Ensure quality and freshness of products, checking dates and packaging.
• Create and maintain attractive displays.
• Support and guide the team, setting clear expectations and reinforcing performance standards.
• Support Meat Department associates in the absence of the Department Manager.
• Answer questions and recommend options for guests.
• Lead by example, demonstrating great guest service, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• Manage inventory and ensure accurate pricing.
• Maintain a clean workspace, supporting food safety.
• Meet daily department goals, ensuring product availability and full displays by 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. every day.

Requirements

• High School Education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• WI Certified Food Manager License (reimbursed by Festival Foods).
• Ability to lead, coach, and motivate others.
• Great oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of technology and computer use.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with guests and associates.
• Knowledge and understanding of all safety requirements and company policies.
• Ability to apply on-the-job safety training to recognize and react to potential safety hazards.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, walk the store, bend, stoop, and kneel regularly.
• Functional sensory abilities for visual monitoring, creating displays, and operating equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally.
• Repetitive tasks for prolonged periods.

Qualifications

• High School Education or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• WI Certified Food Manager License (reimbursed by Festival Foods).

Skills

• Leadership and coaching skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Safety awareness and training.
• Physical stamina and dexterity.

Benefits

• Associate Discount: 15% off grocery purchases for you and your immediate household.
• Weekly Pay & Premium Pay: Hourly associates are paid weekly, with a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays for part-time store associates, and time and a half on Sundays and select holidays for full-time store associates.
• Two-Week Advanced Scheduling: Associates receive their schedules two weeks in advance.
• Vision & Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options.
• Support Programs: Includes 3 weeks of paid parental leave, fitness reimbursement program, EAP (Employee Assistance Program), and LEAPCare Care Coaches.
• 401(k) Plan: Offers a 401(k) plan with an annual discretionary match to help associates reach their retirement savings goals.

Pay

The Processed Meat Manager position is full-time and pays according to the store's hourly wage scale.

Schedule

The Processed Meat Manager works a full-time schedule, which may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.