Meat - Meat Manager Assistant

Broulim's Fresh Foods•Ammon, ID

About The Position

The Meat Manager Assistant supports the Meat Manager in overseeing the meat department, including ordering, inventory management, customer service, and day-to-day operations. The role helps supervise department staff, maintain cleanliness and sanitation, and ensure compliance with food safety regulations. The assistant also helps prepare and cut meats to customer specifications and contributes to department goals in collaboration with store management and other department managers.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Previous experience in a retail or grocery store environment.
Knowledge of meat cutting techniques and food safety practices.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle physical tasks.
Basic knowledge of meat cutting techniques, including portioning, trimming, and slicing.
Understanding of food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
Familiarity with different cuts of meat and their uses.
Knowledge of inventory management principles and retail operations.
Organization skills to manage tasks and priorities for efficient department operations.
Clear and effective communication skills for interacting with customers, staff, and management.
Ability to identify issues and develop solutions.
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stocking shelves and organizing products.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift and carry heavy objects.
Flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and handle various tasks as needed.
Commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
Ability to collaborate with coworkers and management to achieve department goals and provide excellent service.

Responsibilities

Assist the Meat Manager with ordering, receiving, pricing, and merchandising meat department products.
Support supervision of meat department staff, including scheduling, training, and performance management.
Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation standards, including proper handling and storage of meats.
Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and restocking to meet customer demand.
Prepare and cut meats according to customer specifications while ensuring quality and freshness.
Help customers select meats and answer questions about cuts, preparation methods, and cooking tips.
Conduct regular inspections to ensure department cleanliness, organization, and compliance with company policies.
Collaborate with store management and other department managers to achieve department goals and objectives.
Mark down products in connection with special deals and promotions.