Meat Department Lead - Sales & Operations

Hannaford; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Hannaford in Middleboro, MA is seeking a Meat Department lead to direct daily department operations, train staff, and uphold sanitation and product quality standards. You will drive great customer service and maintain merchandising and pricing compliance in a fast-paced retail meat area.

The role requires strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, with a focus on safety and policy adherence. Join Hannaford to support local programs and local sourcing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lead and direct others.
• Willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
• Good interpersonal skills and desire to work in a team environment.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Must meet minimum age requirements to comply with company policy.

Responsibilities

• Observe and follow all company policies and established standard practices.
• In the absence of the department manager, manage the department operations in accordance with established department standard practices.
• Maintain a neat, well groomed personal appearance at all times and comply with company's personal appearance policy.
• Actively recognize associates who deliver great service and coach associates to expectations when necessary.
• Understand and use company tools such as; financial reports, scheduling, productivity, ordering, and business information systems.
• Maintain solid communication in the department, with the store manager, and throughout the organization.
• Maintain merchandising techniques and layouts consistent with company standards.
• Maintain department compliance with pricing and coding policy.
• Work within our company's management planning (MPP) guidelines to maintain productivity.
• Support company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs or maintenance work needed. Keep work area free from debris and safety hazards.
• Develop product knowledge in all areas of meat department, including product preparation.
• Have total understanding of department's Standard Practice manual.
• Ensure the proper training of all meat associates.
• Ensure and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards.
• Maintain the quality of department's appearance and presentation.
• Treat all associates with fairness, dignity, and respect. Provide recognition of accomplishments and offer feedback when necessary.
• Perform all special projects and duties as assigned.

Skills

Lead and direct others

Willingness to learn multiple tasks

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Age compliance

Job description

Hannaford in Middleboro, MA is seeking a Meat Department lead to direct daily department operations, train staff, and uphold sanitation and product quality standards. You will drive great customer service and maintain merchandising and pricing compliance in a fast-paced retail meat area.

The role requires strong leadership, teamwork, and communication skills, with a focus on safety and policy adherence. Join Hannaford to support local programs and local sourcing initiatives.