Assistant Manager, Meat
About The Position
The Assistant Meat Manager partners with the Meat Manager to help lead the meat department and provide guests with high-quality cuts and expert product knowledge. The role combines technical meat-handling skills with team leadership and a focus on craftsmanship and department integrity. It includes customer education, inventory and stocking support, employee scheduling and performance evaluations, and maintaining health, food-safety, cleanliness, and compliance standards. The Assistant Meat Manager also operates department equipment, including butcher knives, slicers, and heated wrapping stations.
Requirements
- Ability to multitask and communicate effectively while modeling Piggly Wiggly's vision and high ethical standards.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Ability to handle professional cutlery and machinery carefully.
- Honesty and respect when dealing with department products, vendors, and team members.
- A strong desire to learn and contribute.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a meat department or butchery setting.
Responsibilities
- Advise guests on meat selections, preparation, and Piggly Wiggly products.
- Work with the Meat Manager to maintain inventory, oversee stocking, and meet daily department goals.
- Support management of up to 10 employees.
- Share responsibility for creating schedules and conducting yearly performance evaluations.
- Maintain health and food-safety standards and ensure the department is clean, safe, and compliant.
- Operate butcher knives, slicers, and heated wrapping stations with precision and care.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) plan
- Training
- Flexible scheduling
- Career growth opportunities into future management roles
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
