Meat Department Lead: Customer, Quality & Growth

Smith's Food & Drug Centers; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith's Food & Drug Centers in Elko, NV is seeking a Meat Department associate/lead to drive outstanding customer experiences while ensuring a safe, clean environment. The role includes meeting department sales and quality goals and upholding QA standards across all Meat dept activities.

The candidate should have strong communication, a food handlers permit, and the ability to handle stressful situations, plus basic math skills. Retail/meat experience and leadership capabilities are a plus.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Current food handlers permit once employed.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction).

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, clean Meat department environment and high-quality service.
• Support department goals and monitor daily duties for optimal operations.
• Maintain proper temperatures and temperature logs for all cases and coolers.
• Review product quality, freshness, and establish action plans for issues.
• Prepare and communicate department goals and schedules in alignment with store plans.
• Train and develop associates, provide performance feedback, and participate in appraisals.
• Create a welcoming environment and respond to customer questions and product inquiries.
• Plan and execute promotions in collaboration with store management.

Skills

Communication

Food Handler Permit

Stress Management

Basic Math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Smith's Food & Drug Centers in Elko, NV is seeking a Meat Department associate/lead to drive outstanding customer experiences while ensuring a safe, clean environment. The role includes meeting department sales and quality goals and upholding QA standards across all Meat dept activities.

The candidate should have strong communication, a food handlers permit, and the ability to handle stressful situations, plus basic math skills. Retail/meat experience and leadership capabilities are a plus.