Meat Department Manager

Freson Market Ltd.; Stony Plain; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Benefits plan

Discount programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Freson Bros. is seeking a Full-Time Meat Department Manager in Alberta. Bring 2+ years of butcher shop or restaurant management experience to lead a fast-paced team and uphold quality and safety standards in our meat department.

This role offers a competitive CAD salary, benefits, and growth opportunities. Relocation to rural Alberta is an asset, and you will drive a memorable customer experience across our stores.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum of progressive butcher shop or restaurant management experience.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace tools and quick to learn new software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee inventory management, ordering, invoicing, and quarterly counts.
• Merchandise products in cold cases and promotional displays.
• Schedule department staff to cover operations and peak times.
• Ensure department standards, safety, and cleanliness.
• Assist Store Manager with recruitment and team development.
• Provide excellent customer service and resolve issues.

Skills

Butcher shop management

Team leadership

Google Suite

Communication skills

Relocation willingness

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Freson Bros. Operations Office, 4401-48 St, Stony Plain, Alberta, Canada

Job Description

Posted Monday, August 17, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

At Freson Bros., we are committed to providing our customers with fresh, local food, warm hospitality, and pride ourselves in supporting the communities we are in. We have 16 locations across Alberta, employing over 1200 Team Members. We believe in honouring the tradition of the craft and Bakers, Butchers, Chefs and Sausage Makers are championed here. We foster a work environment that is built on collaboration, respect and integrity. If you are someone who is highly motivated and looking for career growth.

We are hiring for a Full-Time Meat Department Manager with a wage range of $50,000 - $60,000 in Alberta.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Inventory Management through weekly ordering, record & invoice maintenance, and leading quarterly inventory counts
• Merchandise products within refrigeration shelving and coffin case freezers for promotional and seasonal displays
• Schedule Meat Department Team Members to ensure that production and customer needs are met
• Ensure company standards are met and department programs are followed
• Assist the Store Manager with recruiting while maintaining a high-performance work team
• Train, develop, and motivate Meat Department Team Members
• Resolve customer and Meat Department concerns and complaints, and provide a positive customer experience
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
• Champion the Freson Bros. brand and culture by modeling our qualities of Drive, Integrity, and Growth
• Providing an exceptional customer experience

What you Bring:

• 2 years minimum of progressive butcher shop or restaurant management experience
• A history of meeting financial objectives and targets in a butcher shop or restaurant environment
• Willingness to relocate to rural Alberta is an asset
• Proven ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong Google Suite skills and the ability to quickly learn new computer programs
• Exceptional communication, and interpersonal skills
• A passion for leading and developing others
• Effective critical thinking and conflict resolution skills
• Comfortable working during peak food-retail hours (i.e. evenings, daytime, weekends, and holidays)
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50lbs
• Most importantly, the willingness and enthusiasm for continuous learning and development.

#FBOPS

• Group Benefits plan available for all Full-Time Team Members
• Team Member Grocery Discount Program
• Team Member Discounted Lunch Program
• Endless professional development and training opportunities

Become a Team Member!

For more information about what we believe in at Freson Bros. and our foundational values, visit our website at:

Freson Bros. Operations Office, 4401-48 St, Stony Plain, Alberta, Canada