Meat Department Lead – Growth, Flex Hours & Benefits

Meijer Inc.; Ballwin (MO); 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 to lead the Meat Department, drive sales, manage margins, and supervise staff. The role involves assisting customers, ensuring safety, and maintaining department standards in a fast-paced grocery setting.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, at least 4 years in grocery retail (meat dept preferred), and strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a growth-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 4 years of professional experience in grocery retail/meat department preferred.
• Experience leading teams and ensuring customer satisfaction is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare weekly meat dept sales and labor projections.
• Control costs, manage inventory, and maintain product displays.
• Hire, train, schedule, and coach meat dept staff.
• Oversee shift operations and staff performance reviews.
• Ensure product pricing, tagging, and cleanliness meet standards.
• Assist customers at the meat counter and promote cross-sell.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Attention to detail

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Outlook/Word/Excel)

Job description

Fresh Thyme Market is seeking a Meat Manager to lead the Meat Department, drive sales, manage margins, and supervise staff. The role involves assisting customers, ensuring safety, and maintaining department standards in a fast-paced grocery setting.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, at least 4 years in grocery retail (meat dept preferred), and strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive pay and benefits accompany a growth-focused environment.