Assistant Meat Manager

Albertsons Companies • Dallas, TX

12h

About The Position

The Assistant Meat Manager supports the Meat Manager in overseeing daily
operations of the meat department to ensure high standards of product quality,
customer service, food safety, and profitability. This role assists with
leadership of department staff, execution of merchandising plans, inventory
control, and compliance with company policies while helping maintain a safe,
efficient, and customer‑focused department.

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail.  Committed
to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a
unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire
well-being.  We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a
leading food and drug retailer in the U.S.  We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732
pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing
plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners
include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United
Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star
Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community
Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep
local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no
matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of
the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has
equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their
and our company’s success.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and
bring your best self to the table.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work
performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job
description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division,
and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills
of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official
job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the
basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability,
veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other
basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the
Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and
conviction records. 

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Pay Transparency:

Starting rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and may vary based on
things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any
applicable collective bargaining agreement. Candidates with unique
qualifications may be considered for compensation above this range. Dependent on
length of service, hours worked, any applicable collective bargaining agreement
and/or Company policy, benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability
and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation pay, paid holidays, bereavement
pay and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility).  Associates in
this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus
plans. Applications are accepted on an on-going basis.

For roles in Washington State: Sick pay and PTO/Vacation pay are accrued based
on hours worked and paid holidays are issued at 7-9 days annually.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a meat department or food retail environment
• Knowledge of meat cuts, preparation techniques, and food safety practices
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods

Nice To Haves

• Prior leadership or supervisory experience
• Familiarity with inventory management and ordering systems
• Food safety certification (or ability to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily meat department operations, including cutting, grinding, wrapping, stocking, and display of fresh and frozen meat products
• Ensure all meat products meet company quality, freshness, and presentation standards
• Support proper rotation, dating, trimming, and shrink control procedures
• Ensure department equipment is operated and maintained safely and correctly
• Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service and respond promptly to customer questions or concerns
• Assist customers with product selection, special cuts, and preparation recommendations
• Support a department culture focused on service, cleanliness, and professionalism
• Assist in supervising, training, and coaching department associates
• Help assign daily tasks and ensure productivity standards are met
• Support onboarding and skill development for new associates
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and adherence to company standards
• Assist with ordering, receiving, and stocking product to meet sales demands
• Monitor inventory levels to reduce out‑of‑stocks and excessive shrink
• Help execute department merchandising plans, pricing accuracy, and signage standards
• Support sales growth through proper display execution and feature preparation
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health department regulations
• Follow company SOPs related to food handling, temperature control, and cleaning schedules
• Assist with audits and corrective actions as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe department at all times
• Assist the Meat Manager with scheduling, labor control, and operational reports
• Help track sales, shrink, and department performance metrics
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support department and store goals

Benefits

• benefits may include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, sick pay, PTO/Vacation pay, paid holidays, bereavement pay and retirement benefits (pension and/or 401(k) eligibility)
• Associates in this position may be eligible for a quarterly bonus, subject to Company bonus plans
• Sick pay
• PTO/Vacation pay are accrued based on hours worked and paid holidays are issued at 7-9 days annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees