Meat Manager

Albertsons Companies • Denton, TX

2d

About The Position

The Meat Manager leads all aspects of the Meat Department, including sales growth, merchandising, inventory management, product quality, food safety, customer service, and associate development. The role ensures efficient department operations while delivering fresh, high-quality products and exceptional customer service. The Meat Manager is accountable for achieving financial goals, maintaining operational excellence, and developing a strong, customer-focused team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous meat department experience required.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and twisting.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments for extended periods.
• Ability to safely operate department equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of meat merchandising and product presentation.
• Knowledge of inventory management and ordering processes.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Knowledge of labor planning and productivity management.
• Customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Associate training and development skills.
• Financial analysis and department performance management skills.
• Communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Knowledge of meat cutting, merchandising, and food safety practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily Meat Department operations to ensure product quality, freshness, and availability.
• Maintain fully stocked, properly rotated, and visually appealing meat cases and displays.
• Order merchandise and manage inventory to meet customer demand while minimizing shrink.
• Execute merchandising programs, promotional events, and seasonal sales plans.
• Monitor product movement and adjust ordering practices to maximize sales and profitability.
• Ensure accurate pricing, product labeling, signage, and display execution.
• Ensure meat products meet company quality standards and customer expectations.
• Maintain proper receiving, storage, rotation, and handling procedures.
• Monitor product freshness and promptly remove substandard merchandise.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, sanitation requirements, and company procedures.
• Oversee proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of department equipment.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and product expertise.
• Help customers with product selection, preparation suggestions, and special orders.
• Address customer concerns and service opportunities professionally and promptly.
• Promote department products and value-added offerings to improve customer satisfaction and sales.
• Create a welcoming environment that encourages repeat business.
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop Meat Department associates.
• Create schedules that support business needs and labor objectives.
• Provide ongoing performance coaching, recognition, and corrective action when necessary.
• Foster a positive, productive, and customer-focused work environment.
• Lead associates through daily operational priorities and company initiatives.
• Monitor department sales, gross profit, labor, shrink, and inventory performance.
• Develop action plans to achieve sales and profitability goals.
• Control expenses through effective scheduling, ordering, and inventory management.
• Review department reports and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Drive sales through strong merchandising and operational execution.
• Maintain compliance with company policies, food safety regulations, and workplace safety standards.
• Ensure safe operation of knives, slicers, saws, grinders, and other department equipment.
• Conduct regular safety and sanitation inspections.
• Support loss prevention and inventory control programs.
• Maintain a safe environment for customers and associates.

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, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Training, career growth, and development.

What This Job Offers

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