Assistant Meat Manager (Temporary)-13th Ave Food Centre

South Country Co-op Limited; Medicine Hat; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Meat Manager to enhance the operation of their Meat department. This role involves managing sales, overseeing inventory, and ensuring top-notch customer service. Ideal candidates will possess a retail meat cutting certificate and have a strong background in supervisory roles within a retail setting. The company values integrity, effective communication, and adaptability in a dynamic environment. If you're motivated and service-oriented, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a supportive and engaging workplace.

Qualifications

• Retail meat cutting certificate or equivalent experience required.
• 1-2 years of supervisory experience in a retail environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with overall operation of the Meat department.
• Manage sales, gross margin, and inventory control.

Skills

Customer Service

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Integrity

Adaptability to Technology

Education

Retail Meat Cutting Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Meat Manager, the Assistant Meat Manager is responsible for assisting with the overall operation of the Meat department. Responsibilities include managing sales, gross margin, and other expense control, department standards, ordering and inventory control, customer service, administrative duties, and department production and merchandising.

Qualifications

• Candidates must possess a retail meat cutting certificate from a recognized institution or equivalent knowledge and experience, with a minimum of one year of meat cutting experience.
• Must have 1-2 years of progressively responsible supervisory or management experience in a retail or similar environment.
• Must be strongly service-oriented, motivated, and capable of assisting customers courteously and efficiently.
• Well organized with the ability to attain a high level of production.
• High level of integrity and work ethic.
• Ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times.
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
• Ability to adapt to new technology.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• High flexibility and strong interpersonal skills for working effectively in diverse environments.
• Ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Managerial courage to identify and address issues directly and rapidly, providing specific and actionable feedback.
• Ability to identify performance measures and actions needed for improvement.
• Effective leadership skills with a focus on employee engagement.

Availability

Full availability, including days, evenings, and weekends.

Application Details

Internal candidates who apply by Tuesday, May 6th, 2025, at 4:00 pm will be given first consideration, based on seniority, ability, and fitness to perform the work satisfactorily. The Internal Candidate Verification Form must be submitted.