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Assistant Meat Manager
Albertsons Companies
Garland, USA
Full-time
Manager
Onsite
Discovered 4 days ago
Workday
Role Overview
The Assistant Meat Manager supports the Meat Manager in overseeing all aspects of the meat department, including product quality, inventory management, merchandising, food safety compliance, customer service, and associate development.
This position assists with driving department sales and profitability while ensuring a clean, organized, and customer-focused operation.
Key Skills for This Role
Workday
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Key Responsibilities
- Department Operations
- Assist in managing the daily operations of the meat department.
- Support production planning, cutting, packaging, and merchandising activities.
- Ensure adequate inventory levels through proper ordering, receiving, and stock rotation practices.
- Monitor product quality, freshness, and presentation standards.
- Maintain department cleanliness, organization, and compliance with company standards.
- Customer Service
- Deliver exceptional customer service and product knowledge assistance.
- Assist customers with meat selections, cooking recommendations, and special requests.
- Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly.
- Ensure all custom cuts and special orders are completed accurately and on time.
- Team Leadership
- Assist with hiring, training, coaching, and developing department associates.
- Support labor scheduling to meet operational and customer service needs.
- Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, and accountability.
- Provide leadership and direction in the absence of the Meat Manager.
- Reinforce company policies, standards, and performance expectations.
- Product Quality & Food Safety
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety regulations.
- Monitor product rotation, code dating, temperature logs, and freshness standards.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and preparation of all meat and seafood products.
- Maintain accurate records and required department documentation.
- Merchandising & Sales
- Execute merchandising plans, promotional displays, and sales initiatives.
- Ensure correct pricing, signage, and product placement.
- Support sales growth through effective inventory management and in-stock conditions.
- Identify opportunities to improve product assortment and customer satisfaction.
- Financial Performance
- Assist in achieving department sales, gross margin, shrink, and labor goals.
- Monitor inventory levels and control waste to maximize profitability.
- Support expense management and productivity initiatives.
- Analyze department performance and assist in implementing improvement strategies.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous meat department, retail grocery, food service, or supervisory experience preferred.
- Knowledge of meat cutting, merchandising, and food safety practices preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer and inventory management skills.
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments.
- Ability to safely operate department equipment, including slicers, grinders, saws, and wrapping equipment.
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Key Competencies
- Leadership
- Customer Focus
- Team Development
- Communication
- Product Knowledge
- Merchandising
- Organization
- Food Safety Compliance
- Problem Solving
- Results Orientation
- We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Competitive wages paid weekly
- · Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
- Associate discounts
- Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
- Our Values – Click below to view video: ACI Values
Preferred Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous meat department, retail grocery, food service, or supervisory experience preferred.
- Knowledge of meat cutting, merchandising, and food safety practices preferred.
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