Butcher Block Supervisor

Albertsons Companies • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Butcher Block Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the service meat and butcher block area, ensuring product quality, food safety, customer service, and associate performance. The supervisor leads department associates in preparing and presenting high-quality meat products, maintaining merchandising standards, and supporting sales and profitability goals while delivering an outstanding customer experience.

The role includes supervising daily department operations; assisting customers with product selections, cooking recommendations, custom cuts, and special requests; training and directing associates; and maintaining food safety, sanitation, workplace safety, and department documentation. The supervisor also supports inventory management, ordering, merchandising, promotional execution, and financial performance goals. The position requires standing, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting throughout the workday, including regularly lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, and working in refrigerated and freezer environments. A flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Requirements

• Previous meat department, butcher shop, grocery retail, or food service experience is required.
• Knowledge of meat cutting techniques, merchandising, and food safety practices.
• Strong communication, leadership, and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments.
• Ability to safely operate meat department equipment, including saws, grinders, slicers, and wrapping equipment.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the butcher block and service meat counter.
• Ensure meat products are properly cut, packaged, labeled, and displayed according to company standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering, receiving, and stock rotation.
• Maintain department cleanliness, organization, and equipment readiness.
• Ensure product freshness, quality, and presentation standards are consistently met.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and product expertise.
• Assist customers with product selection, cooking recommendations, and special requests.
• Prepare custom cuts and specialty orders accurately and efficiently.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly, and build customer loyalty through knowledgeable, personalized service.
• Train, coach, and develop butcher block associates; assign daily tasks and monitor productivity and performance.
• Promote a positive, customer-focused work environment and enforce company policies, operational procedures, and safety standards.
• Provide leadership support during manager absences and peak business periods.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety requirements.
• Monitor product rotation, code dating, temperature logs, and freshness standards; ensure proper handling, storage, and preparation of meat products.
• Maintain required department records and documentation, conduct routine quality inspections, and address issues promptly.
• Maintain attractive, fully stocked service cases and displays, and ensure accurate pricing, signage, and promotional execution.
• Support department sales initiatives and suggestive selling efforts; monitor product movement and recommend adjustments to maximize sales.
• Assist in executing seasonal programs and special promotions.
• Support sales, margin, shrink, and labor goals; minimize product loss through effective inventory management and product rotation.
• Monitor waste, identify opportunities for operational efficiency, and contribute to profitability through merchandising and customer service.

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, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Leaders invested in training, career growth, and development.
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities served.

What This Job Offers

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