Meat Department Lead — Flexible Hours & Growth

Fresh Thyme Market; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Team member discount

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Fresh Thyme Market is seeking a Meat Manager in Grand Rapids, MI to lead all aspects of the Meat Department, including staff, sales, and margin. You will train, schedule, and evaluate team members while ensuring excellent customer service and pricing accuracy.

The role requires a high school diploma, 4+ years in grocery/meat operations, and experience with meat cutting. Physical demands include standing for long periods and lifting. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Must have a minimum of 4 years professional experience.
• Journeyman cutter program completed.

Responsibilities

• Manage Meat Department staff including hiring, training, scheduling and performance reviews.
• Oversee department operations and ensure compliance with policies.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and accurate pricing in meat aisles.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Communication

MS Office

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma

Journeyman cutter program

Tools

Knives

Scales

Wrapping equipment

MS Office

Job description

Fresh Thyme Market is seeking a Meat Manager in Grand Rapids, MI to lead all aspects of the Meat Department, including staff, sales, and margin. You will train, schedule, and evaluate team members while ensuring excellent customer service and pricing accuracy.

The role requires a high school diploma, 4+ years in grocery/meat operations, and experience with meat cutting. Physical demands include standing for long periods and lifting. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.