Meat & Seafood Assistant Manager $500 HIRING BONUS

Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op•Middlebury, VT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Meat & Seafood Assistant Manager at Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op! For over 45 years, Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op has been a cornerstone of sustainable business practices, nurturing the local foods movement, and supporting our vibrant community. We're proud to have contributed over $202,500 in donations to local food shelves, nonprofits, and discounts for low-income shoppers. With 33% of our sales coming from local Vermont products, that's nearly $8 million for over 400 local producers, we are deeply invested in our local economy. Are you passionate about local foods and community engagement? Do you excel in a fast-paced environment while leading a motivated team? If so, we'd love for you to become our next Meat Assistant Manager! Our meat department operates under the Grocery department and oversees all Fresh and Frozen, and Specialty Meat and Seafood. This role involves supervising and motivating a dynamic team of staff in a fast-paced retail environment.

Requirements

Retail Experience in natural foods with a focus on Meat, Seafood, or Prepared Foods
Proven success in managing and developing teams.
Commitment to high-quality service and product knowledge.
Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Supervise, mentor, and motivate Meat & Seafood department staff, fostering a professional, respectful, and team-oriented environment.
Lead by example on the floor, set clear expectations, and build a culture of accountability, pride, and strong work ethic.
Take an active role in hiring, onboarding, and training new employees.
Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and evaluations to help team members grow their skills in meat handling, food safety, and customer interaction.
Ensure every customer receives knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive service.
Assist customers with product questions, special requests, and cooking recommendations, while training staff to do the same with confidence and professionalism.
Maintain a clean, organized, and visually appealing department that reflects quality and freshness.
Ensure all displays are well-stocked, properly rotated, and meet food safety and sanitation standards.
Oversee scheduling, task delegation, and workflow within the department to ensure smooth daily operations and consistent service coverage.
Ensure strict adherence to all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety guidelines, while reinforcing best practices with the team.