Meat Department Lead: Quality, Leadership & Profitability

Albertsons Companies, Inc.; Ashland (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Associate discounts

Health benefits

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Albertsons Companies, Inc. in Ashland, MA is seeking a Meat Department Manager to lead daily meat operations, uphold freshness and safety standards, and drive service and profitability in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will plan production, supervise associates, manage inventory and displays, and ensure compliance with company policies, delivering an exceptional customer experience. This role requires strong leadership, scheduling, and commitment to training and development.

Qualifications

• Previous Meat Department management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership and staff development skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Meat Department operations to meet service and profitability goals.
• Maintain freshness, food safety, labeling, rotation, and merchandizing standards.
• Plan and coordinate production, preparation, packaging, stocking, and display activities.
• Manage ordering, inventory levels, shrink, and departmental expenses.
• Train, coach, and schedule associates; ensure coverage and performance expectations.
• Ensure compliance with safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements.
• Review production results and adjust activities to improve yield and profitability.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas including preparation rooms, coolers, and display cases.
• Complete and maintain required logs, reports, and audits.

Job description

Albertsons Companies, Inc. in Ashland, MA is seeking a Meat Department Manager to lead daily meat operations, uphold freshness and safety standards, and drive service and profitability in a fast-paced retail environment.

You will plan production, supervise associates, manage inventory and displays, and ensure compliance with company policies, delivering an exceptional customer experience. This role requires strong leadership, scheduling, and commitment to training and development.