Meat Department Lead & Guest Experience Champion

Foodland; Exeter; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Foodland in Ontario seeks a Meat Manager to lead the department, coach staff, and ensure exceptional service. You will manage budgets, labor costs, inventory, and merchandising while upholding safety and company policies.

The role requires at least 18 months in retail meat or related experience, a high school diploma, and strong communication skills. You will coordinate with store leadership on promotions and maintain product knowledge and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months of retail store experience; meat experience preferred.
• High School Diploma required.
• Full knowledge of total store and department operations.
• Experience reading and analyzing financial reports; experience developing and adhering to budgets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Above average communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum 12 months of meat cutting experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the meat department staff; coach, mentor, and motivate.
• Maintain department budgets and labor costs; monitor inventory and orders.
• Ensure product presentation, merchandising, and stock levels meet company standards.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and respond to customer needs.
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and company policies.
• Coordinate with store leadership on promotions and pricing.
• Monitor equipment and department maintenance; participate in training.

Skills

Meat department leadership

Budget management

Staff coaching

Customer service excellence

Inventory control

Profitability optimization

MS Office proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Foodland in Ontario seeks a Meat Manager to lead the department, coach staff, and ensure exceptional service. You will manage budgets, labor costs, inventory, and merchandising while upholding safety and company policies.

The role requires at least 18 months in retail meat or related experience, a high school diploma, and strong communication skills. You will coordinate with store leadership on promotions and maintain product knowledge and accuracy.