Assistant Meat Manager

Northeast Grocery; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Grocery in Albany, NY is seeking an Assistant Meat Manager to lead the Meat Department alongside the Meat Manager. You will help ensure quality, manage daily operations, and deliver fast, friendly service while coaching teammates.

You'll cut meat to spec, monitor freshness, maintain displays, and uphold safety standards. This role offers growth as you take on leadership responsibilities and contribute to an outstanding shopping experience for customers.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to manage others and demonstrate follow-through to achieve desired results and objectives.
• Ability to pass a meat-cutting test.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Meat Manager with the day-to-day operation of the department.
• Assume responsibility for department operations in the Meat Manager’s absence.
• Help provide direction, coaching, and support to Meat Department teammates.
• Assist with maintaining appropriate department staffing and workflow based on business needs.
• Help train and develop teammates on proper cutting techniques, product handling, sanitation, safety, merchandising, and customer service.
• Lead by example by providing fast, friendly, helpful, and efficient service to customers and teammates.
• Help maintain a positive, professional, and team-focused work environment.
• Follow company policies, procedures, safety standards, and the corporate code of conduct.

Skills

Leadership

Meat-cutting

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

6-12 months related experience

Job description

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Bring your leadership skills and meat-cutting experience to a role where quality, customer service, and teamwork matter every day.

As anAssistant Meat Manager, you'll help lead the daily operation of the Meat Department and take responsibility for the department in the Meat Manager’s absence. You'll work hand-on with the team, ensure meat is cut according to established specifications, maintain product quality and freshness, and help create an outstanding shopping experience for our customers.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced meat cutter who is ready to take the next step in leadership while continuing to develop their skills and grow their career.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support & Lead the Meat Department

• Assist the Meat Manager with the day-to-day operation of the department.
• Assume responsibility for department operations in the Meat Manager’s absence.
• Help provide direction, coaching, and support to Meat Department teammates.
• Assist with maintaining appropriate department staffing and workflow based on business needs.
• Help train and develop teammates on proper cutting techniques, product handling, sanitation, safety, merchandising, and customer service.
• Lead by example by providing fast, friendly, helpful, and efficient service to customers and teammates.
• Help maintain a positive, professional, and team-focused work environment.
• Follow company policies, procedures, safety standards, and the corporate code of conduct.

Deliver Quality & Freshness

• Cut, trim, prepare, and package meat according to established specifications and guidelines.
• Maintain high standards for product quality, freshness, appearance, and presentation.
• Inspect products regularly to ensure only fresh, high-quality items are available for sale.
• Follow proper product rotation and inventory practices to maintain freshness and help reduce shrink.
• Ensure meat cases are properly stocked, organized, clean, and visually appealing.
• Maintain appropriate stock levels, with particular attention to advertised and promotional items.
• Properly handle, store, and rotate meat products according to company procedures and food safety requirements.

Support Department Performance

• Assist the Meat Manager in achieving departmental sales, profitability, inventory, labor, and shrink objectives.
• Help monitor inventory levels and identify opportunities to maintain appropriate product availability.
• Support ordering, receiving, stocking, and merchandising activities as assigned.
• Follow established merchandising programs, product displays, pricing, signing, and promotional plans.
• Help identify opportunities to improve department efficiency, product presentation, customer satisfaction, and sales.
• Complete assigned department records, paperwork, and other administrative responsibilities accurately and on time.

Maintain Food Safety & Sanitation

• Follow all company, Federal, State, and local food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work areas, equipment, cutting surfaces, cases, coolers, and storage areas.
• Follow proper procedures for cleaning and sanitizing meat-cutting equipment and utensils.
• Follow safe food-handling practices and proper temperature-control procedures.
• Properly use required personal protective equipment and follow established workplace safety procedures.
• Immediately address or report food safety, sanitation, equipment, or workplace safety concerns.

Create a Great Customer Experience

• Provide customers with fast, friendly, knowledgeable, and courteous service.
• Assist customers with product selection, preparation questions, special requests, and meat-cutting needs.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Meat Department products, cuts, preparation methods, and available services.
• Respond professionally to customer questions and concerns.
• Help ensure the Meat Department is clean, well-stocked, organized, and ready for customers throughout the day.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to manage others and demonstrate follow-through to achieve desired results and objectives.
• Ability to pass a meat-cutting test.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Satisfactory performance reviews.
• Basic computer skills.
• High School Degree or equivalent.
• 6-12 months of related experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Exposure to Cold Environment Constant 5-8 Hours

Pivoting Constant 5-8 Hours

Pushing/Pulling Constant 5-8 Hours up to 75lbs

Squatting/Kneeling Occasional 1-3 Hours

Lifting Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs

Pushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 2400lbs

EQUIPMENT USED

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.