Assistant Meat Manager

Albertsons•Dallas, TX

11d

About The Position

The Assistant Meat Manager supports the Meat Manager in overseeing the daily operation of the Meat Department. The role helps drive sales, maintain product quality and food safety standards, deliver outstanding customer service, and train and develop department associates. The Assistant Meat Manager helps keep the department clean, well-stocked, organized, and efficient while supporting company goals and standards. The position involves assisting with daily department activities, product stocking and merchandising, inventory monitoring, sales plans, and promotional programs. It also includes helping customers, resolving concerns, maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, supporting audits, coaching associates, and ensuring workplace safety. The role requires availability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require. Physical requirements include standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and moving products up to 50 pounds, working in refrigerated environments for extended periods, and operating department equipment safely.

Requirements

Strong customer service and communication skills.
Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout scheduled shifts.
Ability to frequently lift and move products weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in refrigerated environments for extended periods.
Ability to operate department equipment safely and effectively.
Availability to work flexible hours, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous retail grocery, meat department, or food service experience.
Prior supervisory or leadership experience.
Knowledge of meat cutting, merchandising, inventory control, and food safety practices.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, organizing, and directing daily department activities.
Ensure fresh meat, seafood, and value-added products are properly stocked, rotated, and merchandised.
Monitor inventory levels and communicate ordering needs to maintain in-stock conditions.
Support execution of department sales plans and promotional programs.
Help maintain department conditions that encourage sales growth and customer satisfaction.
Greet customers and assist with product selection and preparation questions.
Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly.
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
Follow company standards for product handling, storage, labeling, and temperature controls.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Support completion of food safety and operational audits.
Assist with training, coaching, and developing department associates.
Help communicate department goals, expectations, and performance standards.
Support onboarding of new employees and promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive workplace culture.
Monitor product freshness, quality, and presentation standards.
Execute merchandising programs, displays, and seasonal initiatives.
Reduce shrink through proper rotation, handling, and inventory control practices.
Ensure pricing and signage are accurate and current.
Follow workplace safety procedures and policies, operate equipment safely, ensure associates follow proper safety practices, and report safety concerns.

Benefits

Competitive wages paid weekly.
Access to up to 50% of earned wages before payday through the company's 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.
An inclusive work environment with colleagues who reflect the communities served.

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