Manager Meat

PAQ, Inc; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical Dental and Vision保险

Company Paid Life Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership 401(k) plans

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

PAQ, Inc. is seeking a Meat Manager to direct all functions of the meat department and lead a team to meet sales and profit goals while maintaining a positive, customer-focused environment.

You will ensure product quality, accurate pricing, and safe, sanitary operations, with responsibilities including scheduling, merchandising, receiving, training, and daily supervision of department staff.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Over two years Meat Manager experience; supervisory experience required.
• Three years meat-cutting experience in a retail environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Schedule team members according to labor objectives.
• Oversee merchandising plans based on movement, demand, and profitability.
• Stock and face refrigerated cases and displays to maximize sales, quality, and freshness.
• Maintain meat quality, trim, and accurate tare/shrink pricing.
• Inspect freshness and visual appeal; pull for re-wrapping as needed.
• Rotate perishable merchandise and control out-of-code items.
• Order merchandise and manage inventory to minimize stockouts and shrink.
• Follow procedures for receiving, pricing, and restocking to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Verify received products against vendor invoices.
• Oversee department training and ensure policy compliance.
• Sharpen knives and adjust cutting equipment.
• Maintain sanitation and housekeeping standards.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Leadership

Supervisory

Training

Inventory management

Time management

Verbal communication

Job description

PAQ, Inc. is committed to building a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to do their best work. We believe diverse perspectives and experiences strengthen our organization and drive better outcomes for our customers and communities.

The Meat Manager crucially directs and supervises all functions and activities of Meat department team members to achieve the department's sales and profit goals while maintaining a positive team-oriented environment.

Essential Functions of the Position:

• Team member scheduling according to the department's business needs and labor objectives.
• Oversee merchandising plans based on product movement, consumer demand, and profitability.
• Stock and face refrigerated cases and display shelves at all times according to product movement, tag allocation, and department standards to ensure maximum sales, quality, and freshness.
• Maintain the quality of meat cuts that are properly trimmed and attractively presented and ensure that product pricing accurately accounts for tare weights and shrink, as applicable.
• Inspect packaged products for freshness and visual appeal and pull products for re-wrapping as required.
• Rotate perishable merchandise in accordance with store policy and product code, including taking out-of-code merchandise off the sales floor.
• Order merchandise and maintain inventory control to minimize out-of-stock items and shrink management.
• Follow approved procedures for receiving products, pricing, and restocking cases to ensure quality protection, accuracy, and product rotation.
• Verify received products to ensure that items listed on vendor invoices are delivered as quality products with accurate counts and weights.
• Oversee department training processes to ensure all company policies are followed and standards met.
• Sharpen knives and adjust cutting equipment.
• Maintain general housekeeping and sanitation standards.
• Comply with all state and county government weights and measures laws.
• Ensure that the entire department meets company customer service standards.
• Cut, debone, or grind pieces of meat.
• Place fat trimmed off of meat in the proper location based on fat content.
• Prepare orders to customer specifications as needed.
• Weigh and wrap meat for display at the meat counter.
• Clean equipment and work areas to maintain health and sanitation standards.
• Store meat in refrigerators or freezers at the required temperatures.
• Identify all primal portions and cuts produced.
• Meet company standards on cut tests to minimize unnecessary shrink or loss to the company.

Knowledge:

Extensive knowledge of meat department management and sales strategies. Math skills to perform cutting tests, calculate tare weight allowances; analyze or calculate gross profit margins, yields, ratios, percentages, and itemized pricing breakdowns for both the carcass and boxed beef, including various cuts; verify vendor invoice charges and counts; and complete and submit required records and reports. Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. Knowledge of primal product cuts. Familiarity with retail stocking procedures and inventory management. Knowledge of health and safety regulations related to food handling.

Skills:

Exceptional leadership, supervisory, and training skills. Excellent problem-solving skills. Proficient in inventory and sales management. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Effective verbal communication skills for interacting with customers and team members.

Abilities:

Ability to develop and implement strategies. Ability to handle complex operational issues. Ability to analyze and improve sales and profitability. Ability to resolve conflicts. Ability to ensure high standards of quality and service. Ability to motivate and lead a team. Attention to detail to ensure accuracy in stocking and labeling. Capability to adjust to changing situations, handle multiple demands, and work with diverse personalities. Aptitude for making informed decisions quickly, often in high-pressure situations. A genuine desire to meet and exceed customer expectations, creating a positive shopping experience. Ability to perform physical tasks, including stocking, lifting boxes, and standing for extended periods.

Physical Requirements:

Stand and walk for extended periods, typically 8-hour shifts. Lift and carry items up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Perform repetitive motions such as reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, and handling products. Ability to perform tasks that require fine motor skills in handling small objects. Maintain clear communication with customers and team members. Move quickly and efficiently to assist customers and manage workload. Maintain physical stamina to work in a fast-paced environment.

Work Conditions:

Work Hours: Vary, with availability required on weekends, evenings, and holidays; typically, 8-hour shifts for full-time employees.

Environment: Indoor, climate-controlled, with adequate lighting and ventilation. Relatively damp or humid conditions, including wet or slippery floor surfaces.

Primary Work Stations: Work within the grocery store environments, which include various sections such as the sales floor, backrooms, and refrigerated storage areas.

Dress Code: Professional and presentable attire as determined by store management, including a name tag, company-issued shirts, hats, jackets, or personal shirts that are black, burgundy, or blue, in good repair, and not faded.

Exposure: May be exposed to moving mechanical parts and cleaning chemicals.

Noise Level: Usually low to moderate, with occasional loud periods from customers, store announcements, and equipment.

Interaction: Constant interaction with customers and team members in a fast-paced retail environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Over two years of Meat Manager experience is required. Supervisory experience is required. Three years of meat-cutting experience in a retail environment is preferred.

Company Employment Policies:

PAQ, Inc is an “At-Will” employer. PAQ, Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Job Title:

Manager, Meat

Location:

PAQ, Inc, Store Location

On‑Site Reports To:

Store Director

Employee Type:

Regular, Full‑Time

Exemption Type:

Non‑Exempt

Pay Range:

$27.00 - $46.50

Equal Employment Opportunity:

PAQ, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

PAQ, Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants throughout the hiring process. If you need an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let us know.

Work Authorization:

All employment offers are contingent upon verification of authorization to work in the United States in compliance with applicable federal laws.

Pay Transparency (California):

The base pay range for this position is listed above. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, internal equity, and business need.

Fair Chance Statement (California):

We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the California Fair Chance Act and applicable local ordinances.

Applicant Privacy Notice:

To learn more about how we collect, use, and retain applicant personal information, please review our Applicant Privacy Notice at: https://www.paqinc.org/privacyPolicy

Employment‑At‑Will:

Employment with PAQ, Inc. is at will. Either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.

Duties Disclaimer:

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. Responsibilities may change or be reassigned at any time based on business needs. If you're dedicated to providing exceptional service and willing to make active contributions to the success of your company, then you're ready to be a PAQ, Inc. team member!

Working at PAQ, Inc. is like being part of an extended family where each team member is valued and appreciated for their contributions to providing the very best service to our customers.

Do you have a friendly personality and love helping others? Then you might be the right person to join others who care about delivering excellent customer service.

For over 20 years, PAQ, Inc. has provided our communities with the freshest quality foods, the best customer service, and Everyday Low Prices. Our success is due to our outstanding team members - they are the key to delivering excellent customer service that keeps our customers coming back.

Benefits include:

• Affordable Medical Dental and Vision insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Stock Ownership 401(k) plans
• Growth Opportunities