MEAT/DEPT LEADER

Kroger • Montrose, CO

84d

About The Position

Plan, organize, train and direct Meat department associates; perform production and customer service functions; maximize store sales and profits. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety. Based in Colorado, City Market merged with The Kroger Company in 1983. Today, we're proudly serving City Market customers in 34 stores throughout Colorado, Utah and Wyoming. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our City Market family!

Requirements

• Willing to work weekends and holidays.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly.
• Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations.
• Possess abilities and skills for effective production, merchandising, and customer services.
• Understanding of all key components of department operations.
• Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, safety, and food handling.

Nice To Haves

• Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation.
• Past work record reflects dependability and integrity.
• Ability to develop maximum customer relations through friendliness and courtesy.
• Demonstrate aptitude to manage people and organize workloads.
• Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner.
• Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, train and direct Meat department associates.
• Perform production and customer service functions.
• Maximize store sales and profits.
• Demonstrate the company's core values.
• Train and develop all Meat department employees.
• Implement company programs and adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties.
• Provide input on department budgets, goals and results.
• Make recommendations regarding the hiring, firing, disciplining, demoting, transferring and evaluating of all meat department associates.
• Keep department temperature logs accurately updated and maintained.
• Perform and direct others in pricing and displaying of merchandise.

Benefits

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career.
• Vast potential for growth through an abundance of industry-leading training programs.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees