Assistant Meat Manager

Albertsons • Garland, TX

18d

About The Position

The Assistant Meat Manager supports the Meat Manager in overseeing the meat department, including product quality, inventory management, merchandising, food safety compliance, customer service, and associate development. The position helps drive department sales and profitability while maintaining a clean, organized, customer-focused operation in a fast-paced environment.

The role assists with daily department operations, production planning, cutting, packaging, merchandising, ordering, receiving, and stock rotation. It also supports customer service, team leadership, food safety and sanitation, promotional execution, and financial performance. The Assistant Meat Manager provides leadership and direction when the Meat Manager is absent.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer and inventory management skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments.
• Ability to safely operate department equipment, including slicers, grinders, saws, and wrapping equipment.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• Previous meat department, retail grocery, food service, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of meat cutting, merchandising, and food safety practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the daily operations of the meat department.
• Support production planning, cutting, packaging, and merchandising activities.
• Ensure adequate inventory through proper ordering, receiving, and stock rotation.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, and presentation standards.
• Maintain department cleanliness, organization, and compliance with company standards.
• Provide customer service and product knowledge; help customers with selections, cooking recommendations, and special requests.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly.
• Ensure custom cuts and special orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Assist with hiring, training, coaching, and developing department associates.
• Support labor scheduling to meet operational and customer service needs.
• Promote teamwork, engagement, and accountability.
• Provide leadership and direction in the absence of the Meat Manager.
• Reinforce company policies, standards, and performance expectations.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety regulations.
• Monitor product rotation, code dating, temperature logs, and freshness standards.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and preparation of meat and seafood products.
• Maintain accurate records and required department documentation.
• Execute merchandising plans, promotional displays, and sales initiatives.
• Ensure correct pricing, signage, and product placement.
• Support sales growth through effective inventory management and in-stock conditions.
• Identify opportunities to improve product assortment and customer satisfaction.
• Assist in achieving department sales, gross margin, shrink, and labor goals.
• Monitor inventory and control waste to maximize profitability.
• Support expense management and productivity initiatives.
• Analyze department performance and assist in implementing improvement strategies.

Benefits

• Competitive wages paid weekly.
• Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through a partnership with Stream.
• Associate discounts.
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates, including medical, dental, and 401(k).
• Time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick pay.
• Training, career growth, and development.
• Inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED