Meat & Seafood Lead

The Fresh Market Inc • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

The Meat & Seafood Lead supports the Meat & Seafood Department Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience and maintaining a well-run department. The lead helps guide, teach, and coach team members, contributes to department operations, and acts as manager when needed. This role reports to the Department Manager and promotes leadership, hospitality, excellence, and teamwork. Previous meat-cutting experience, including using knives, grinders, and meat saws, is preferred.

The position requires a flexible schedule that may include weekends, days, evenings, and holidays. Work involves physical activity and exposure to extreme temperatures, along with use of department and store equipment. Team members are required to wear approved head and facial hair coverings and personal protective equipment.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or general business.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to deliver an exceptional guest experience while achieving performance goals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements, grasp, bend, and reach; lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently; and work in extreme temperatures.
• Ability to use knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Ability to stand or walk for long periods, including up to four hours without a break or as required by law.
• Must wear an approved hat, hair net, and/or beard guard, and personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous meat-cutting experience, including use of knives, grinders, and meat saws.
• Associate’s degree in business, retail management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in grocery, fresh food retail, hospitality, or a high-volume specialty retail environment.
• Knowledge of inventory management systems and financial reporting.
• Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Help monitor labor schedules to meet productivity and budget goals.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory levels, minimizing shrink, and supporting ordering processes.
• Provide guidance to team members and serve as a resource in the manager’s absence.
• Model and coach “Impeccable Hospitality” by engaging guests and creating positive experiences.
• Help implement merchandising strategies and promotional plans to maximize sales and profitability.
• Assist in analyzing department financial and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with fellow department leaders to support overall store success.
• Use available technology to perform job tasks.
• Teach and coach team members to support their development and recognize their successes.
• Step in as acting manager when needed.

Benefits

• Team Member discount up to 40%.
• Early Earn Wage Access: access up to 50% (maximum $500) of earned wages on demand per pay period.
• 401K contribution and company match.
• Financial Wellness Program.
• Personal time off and additional time-off purchase plans.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for individual, spouse, partner, and family.
• Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed