Meat Manager- Taber Food Store

Avenue.io Inc.; Taber; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan (6% match)

Benefits package

Competitive salary

Job summary

South Country Co-op is seeking a Meat Manager to lead the Meat Department, reporting to the Food Store Manager. You will oversee production, merchandising, inventory, and food safety while delivering guest service excellence and achieving financial targets.

You will recruit and coach a high-performing team, ensure policy compliance, and collaborate with store leadership to pursue continuous improvement and Co-op values in every interaction.

Qualifications

• Retail Meat Cutting Certificate or 3–6 years in retail meat.
• Strong knowledge of meat operations and safety requirements.
• Proven leadership, coaching, and engagement skills.
• Ability to manage in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day Meat Department operations including production and merchandising.
• Achieve budgeted sales, margin, expenses, and inventory goals.
• Recruit, train, and develop team members; foster a positive work environment.
• Ensure food safety, workplace safety, and policy compliance.
• Deliver exceptional guest service and maintain department standards.
• Collaborate with store leadership and drive continuous improvement.
• Act as a brand ambassador and uphold Co-op values.

Skills

Meat cutting

Retail meat ops

Leadership

Food safety

Microsoft Office

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Retail Meat Cutting Certificate

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are offering:

• Pension plan with 6% matched employer contributions
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• The opportunity to work in Taber, AB, a friendly, family‑oriented community known for its agricultural roots and small‑town charm.

South Country Co‑op is proud to be a trusted, community‑minded organization serving our members and guests. We are currently accepting applications for a Meat Manager to lead the planning, operations, and performance of our Meat Department.

Reporting to the Food Store Manager, the Meat Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and success of the Meat Department. This includes delivering exceptional guest service, achieving financial and operational targets, maintaining food safety and merchandising standards, and leading, developing, and engaging a high‑performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day‑to‑day operations of the Meat Department, including production, merchandising, inventory, and food safety
• Achieve budgeted goals related to sales, margin, expenses, and inventory
• Recruit, train, coach, and develop team members, fostering a positive and engaged work environment
• Ensure compliance with food safety, workplace health & safety, and company policies
• Deliver legendary guest service and maintain high department presentation standards
• Collaborate with store leadership and support continuous improvement initiatives
• Act as a brand ambassador, living the Co‑op values in all interactions

Who are you

You are looking for a career in Retail Store Operations and have:

• Retail Meat Cutting Certificate and/or 3–6 years of relevant retail experience
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience, preferably in a meat department
• At least 1 year of hands‑on meat cutting experience (meat processing certification is an asset)
• Strong knowledge of retail meat operations and food safety requirements
• Proven leadership, coaching, and employee engagement skills
• Excellent organization, communication, and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, changing environment with integrity and professionalism
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• High flexibility with strong interpersonal skills, enabling you to work effectively in a diverse, collaborative, and customer‑focused environment
• A results-driven and continuous improvement mindset, focused on operational excellence and customer satisfaction
• Demonstrate the Co-op values of customer focused, builds awesome teams, and communicates effectively in every aspect of work

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Work in varying temperatures, including coolers and freezers regularly
• Availability to workevenings, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of our customers and members.

Who you’ll work with:

The Team:

You will support and lead the Meat Department team, providing clear direction and hands‑on, day‑to‑day leadership. The team is focused on delivering exceptional guest service, maintaining high standards of food safety, quality, and merchandising, and working collaboratively to achieve departmental operational and sales objectives.

The Community:

Taber, AB is a welcoming, family‑friendly community known for its strong agricultural roots and small‑town charm. With close ties to farming and food production, Taber plays an important role in Alberta’s agri‑food industry. Families can enjoy a variety of recreational activities, including hockey, soccer, baseball, and community events throughout the year. Offering an affordable cost of living and a high quality of life, Taber is a great place to live, work, and become part of a close‑knit community.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.