Assistant Meat Manager

Position Summary

The Assistant Meat Manager supports the Meat Manager in leading all aspects of the meat department, ensuring high-quality products, food safety compliance, and outstanding customer service. This role assists in driving sales, managing inventory, controlling shrink, and developing a high-performing team while maintaining department standards.

Key Responsibilities Operational Execution

• Assist in overseeing daily meat department operations including cutting, packaging, merchandising, and inventory control
• Ensure all products meet quality, freshness, and presentation standards
• Maintain proper rotation, labeling, and storage of all meat and seafood products
• Support ordering and receiving to maintain in-stock conditions while minimizing shrink
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of equipment and tools
  
  

Customer Service Excellence

• Provide exceptional customer service and product knowledge
• Assist customers with custom cuts, special orders, and product recommendations
• Resolve customer concerns quickly and professionally
• Promote department items through suggestive selling and seasonal offerings
  
  

Team Leadership & Development

• Assist in hiring, training, and coaching meat department associates
• Provide performance feedback and reinforce company expectations
• Foster a safe, productive, and team-oriented work environment
• Support scheduling and labor planning to meet business needs
  
  

Sales & Financial Performance

• Support achievement of department sales, margin, and shrink goals
• Execute merchandising plans, including displays and promotions
• Monitor waste and implement shrink reduction strategies
• Identify opportunities to improve sales and operational efficiency
  
  

Food Safety & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Maintain proper temperature controls and logs for all meat products
• Enforce safe food handling practices and regulatory compliance
• Maintain a clean, organized, and food-safe work environment
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous meat cutting, meat department, or related experience preferred
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of meat products and food safety practices
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs; occasional heavier lifting with assistance
• Work in cold environments (coolers and freezers)
• Ability to safely use knives and meat processing equipment
  
  

Key Competencies

• Customer Focus
• Food Safety & Quality Assurance
• Team Leadership
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Problem Solving