Full Time Meat Management Assistant

Harristeeter; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 26,863 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefit plans

Job summary

Harris Teeter in Washington, DC is looking for an Associate to assist in managing the Meat/Seafood Department. This role involves supervising up to 15 associates, coordinating work, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.

A high school diploma and strong interpersonal skills are required. The position pays between $19.50 and $31.00 per hour, reflecting the applicant's experience and skills. Benefits are available after applicable waiting periods.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Knowledge of food sanitation and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing up to 15 associates in the Meat/Seafood Department.
• Coordinate training and performance appraisal for associates.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and sales improvement.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service orientation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Inventory software

Spreadsheet software

Word Processing software

Job description

Responsibilities

Assist to manage and supervise up to 15 associates in the Meat/Seafood Department. Is responsible for assisting the Meat/Seafood Manager with the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this department. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Harris Teeter's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities may include interviewing and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; assist in appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Associates must be at least 18 years of age.

Personal Skills

Exceptional interpersonal skills. Willingness to participate in and successfully complete required training and to work with the team to increase customer satisfaction and sales.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in English. Ability to write simple correspondence in English. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization who only speak English.

Computer Skills

Knowledge of HT Internet software; E‑mail; Inventory software; Spreadsheet software; and Word Processing software.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add and subtract two‑digit numbers and to multiply and divide by tens and hundreds. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Complete Company's training including but not limited to: new hire orientation, food sanitation, customer service network, safety, food safety, and product knowledge.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The associate is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and reach from 6‑72 inches. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and reach from 6‑72 inches. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color, and depth perception.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the associate constantly works in a cool environment with an average temperature range of 34‑36 degrees Fahrenheit and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and is frequently exposed to extreme cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Additional Information

Compensation

• Pay Transparency: Harris Teeter reasonably expects to pay between $19.50/hour and $31.00/hour for this role as a newly hired associate. Pay may depend on previous experience and skill sets of the applicant.

You will be eligible for Harris Teeter’s group benefit plans that pertain to your position upon the completion of applicable waiting periods. Your eligibility for these benefits is subject to the terms of the applicable plan and Harris Teeter policy.

WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, STORE 352 - CONSTITUTION SQUARE

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal access to employment, services and programs is available to all persons. It is the policy of Harris Teeter to provide equal opportunity for all applicants and candidates for employment and to administer all human resource practices such as recruiting, hiring, promoting, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment in a manner which does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization.