Meat Department Lead — Freshness, Inventory & Team

Jetro Restaurant Depot; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Company holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Supplemental benefits

Job summary

Jetro Restaurant Depot in Houston, TX is seeking a Meat Manager to oversee all aspects of the meat department, including inventory, quality, merchandising, and team performance.

The role emphasizes high standards for freshness, strict food-safety compliance, and effective supervision of staff in a fast-paced warehouse/retail environment, with emphasis on accuracy and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in meat, grocery, retail, or warehouse operations.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, product handling, and stock management.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Experience leading and managing a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the meat department to ensure product availability, quality, and presentation.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels through proper stock control, rotation, and replenishment practices.
• Ensure all meat products are handled, stored, and displayed in accordance with company and food safety standards.
• Monitor product quality and freshness, ensuring timely removal or disposition of unsellable items.
• Supervise and manage department staff to ensure adherence to company procedures and performance expectations.
• Coordinate merchandising, signage, and product displays to support sales and customer engagement.
• Review inventory trends, shrink, and discrepancies to identify and address areas of concern.
• Oversee receiving processes by ensuring incoming product is properly inspected for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain overall department cleanliness, organization, and compliance with applicable regulations.

Skills

Inventory control

Leadership

Food safety

Team management

Excel

Job description

Jetro Restaurant Depot in Houston, TX is seeking a Meat Manager to oversee all aspects of the meat department, including inventory, quality, merchandising, and team performance.

The role emphasizes high standards for freshness, strict food-safety compliance, and effective supervision of staff in a fast-paced warehouse/retail environment, with emphasis on accuracy and customer satisfaction.