Manager Meat

Safeway; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Safeway is seeking a Meat Manager responsible for the operation of the meat department, including staff management, customer engagement, and adherence to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, operational knowledge, and experience in retail settings. Join a team committed to delivering quality service and products to customers in a vibrant retail environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of retail store experience, particularly in the specific department.
• Full knowledge of department and total store operations.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff to achieve customer service excellence and operational efficiency.
• Oversee budgets, labour costs, inventory control, and merchandising.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety protocols and corporate policies.

Skills

Customer Service

Leadership Experience

Employee Evaluation

Management Experience

Sanitation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Looking for an exciting and fulfilling place to work Youve come to the right place!

We love working with ambitious people who love food as much as we do. Whether its your first job or youre ready for a new challenge we have a career to fit your life.

Launched in 2010 FreshCos commitment to delivering top quality products with lower prices and superior service to customers makes FreshCo stores a great place to work. Today FreshCo and its franchise partners proudly operate 142 stores across Alberta Ontario Manitoba Saskatchewan and British Columbia.

Please note that this career opportunity is for a role at an independently owned and operated corporation (Franchisee) which is licensed to use the FreshCo. trademark(s) by Sobeys Capital Incorporated (Sobeys). Applicants hired by a Franchisee will be employees of the Franchisee. No employment or similar relationship will be created between the applicant and Sobeys or its affiliates.

Overview

The Meat Manager is responsible for the efficient and fiscally responsible operation of the department. The Manager will lead and manage staff to achieve the highest level of customer service while adhering to all Food Safety Protocols Standard Operating Procedures corporate policies and Health and Safety and other programs and initiatives. The Manager will also manage budgets labour costs inventory control product presentation and merchandising. The Manager will coach motivate and develop their team to foster customer loyalty fulfil customer needs and actively contribute to an environment of employee and customer engagement.

Job Description

Create a coaching and development culture for all employees which embraces a passion for food

Demonstrate outstanding leadership while serving as a role model

Manage direct reports including : selection orientation training and development performance management succession planning and compensation

Communicate operational requirements / changes to department employees

Manage store operations as required

Customer Offering

Create a shopping experience that engages customers in a way that enhances loyalty sales and profit

Provide superior customer service to meet customer needs

Demonstrate exceptional product knowledge including awareness of product changes promotions and seasonal trends

Order receive organize rotate merchandise and present products and stock in accordance with company standards

Execute winning conditions as required

Policy / Regulatory Adherence

Lead the implementation of all corporate policies initiatives and Standard Operating Procedures and ensure the department and employees comply and use them effectively including timely and accurate submission of all relevant documentation as required

Responsible for ensuring that OH&S food safety and other regulatory requirements and procedures are implemented and maintained

Directly responsible to ensure the department achieves all financial targets and maximizes sales and margins including appropriate sales forecasting variance analysis and correction and labour cost control

Manage the department budget

Personal / Professional Development

Thorough understanding of all relevant company programs; attend training as required

Keeps abreast of local competitor activity industry trends and makes recommendations on internal pricing promotions and product policies

Employee Engagement

Act as the employer of choice by actively supporting an environment of employee engagement

Initiate support participate and lead community and charitable events and activities

Other Duties

Coordinate maintenance of department equipment and repairs

Provide feedback for continuous improvement

Maintain a clean and safe working environment as per Company requirements

Other duties as required

Job Requirements

Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment

Above average communication skills (both oral and written)

Full knowledge of department operations and skills

Proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite

Full knowledge of total store operations and skills

High School Diploma

Minimum 18 months of retail store experience particularly in the specific department

Experience reading and analyzing financial reports and experience in developing and adhering to budgets

FreshCo. and its franchise partners offer teammates competitive total compensation packages that will vary by role location and store ownership. Some websites share job opportunities and may provide salary estimates without our knowledge. These estimates are based on similar jobs and postings for general comparison but these numbers are not provided by or monitored for accuracy by the store owner / operator. We look forward to discussing the specific compensation details relevant to this role with candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process.

We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Restaurant Experience,Customer Service,Employee Evaluation,Management Experience,Math,Employment & Labor Law,Sanitation,Leadership Experience,P&L Management,Mentoring,Supervising Experience,Restaurant Management