Meat Department Lead | Hands-On Manager

Mollie Stone's Markets; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 44,317 - 46,149; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position with competitive pay

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Pension Program

Commuter Benefits

Employee Discount on Mollie Stone’s\uA

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Mollie Stone’s Markets is seeking a seasoned Meat Department Lead in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will manage daily operations, oversee staff, maintain inventory and quality, and uphold food safety while achieving margin and labor goals.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in a meat department, 2–3 years in supervision, and expert meat-cutting knowledge. The role offers a union position, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a meat department or similar setting.
• 2–3 years of hands-on management or supervisory experience.
• Proficiency in meat cutting and product knowledge.
• Ability to safely operate meat processing equipment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Self-motivated and solution-oriented.
• Capable of training and inspiring team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Understanding and appreciation of natural and organic foods.
• Available to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, and weekends.
• Local candidates only.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Oversee inventory levels, pricing, and signage to meet margin and labor targets.
• Ensure team compliance with health, sanitation, Weights and Measures, and safety procedures.
• Manage special order systems and customer requests.
• Cut, trim, and prepare meat products using saws, grinders, tenderizers, and knives.
• Operate and sanitize all meat processing equipment properly.
• Deliver consistent, high-quality customer service.
• Recruit, train, develop, and motivate department team members.
• Maintain knowledge of product availability, storage, preparation, and nutritional value.

Skills

Meat dept leadership

Meat cutting

Staff development

Sanitation compliance

Customer service

Leadership

Flexibility

Local candidates only

Tools

Meat processing equipment

Job description

Mollie Stone’s Markets is seeking a seasoned Meat Department Lead in the San Francisco Bay Area. You will manage daily operations, oversee staff, maintain inventory and quality, and uphold food safety while achieving margin and labor goals.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years in a meat department, 2–3 years in supervision, and expert meat-cutting knowledge. The role offers a union position, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package.