Meat Department Manager: Freshness, Quality & Team

Jetro Restaurant Depot; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer 


Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

Job summary

Jetro Restaurant Depot in Oakland, CA seeks a Meat Manager to oversee the meat department, ensuring quality, freshness, and accurate inventory management. You will lead a team, supervise receipts, and coordinate merchandising to boost sales and customer satisfaction.

The role requires experience in meat or related retail operations, strong leadership, and proficiency in Excel. Responsibilities include enforcing food safety standards, optimizing stock levels, and maintaining a clean, compliant

Qualifications

• 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 management

Food safety

Team leadership

Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Jetro Restaurant Depot in Oakland, CA seeks a Meat Manager to oversee the meat department, ensuring quality, freshness, and accurate inventory management. You will lead a team, supervise receipts, and coordinate merchandising to boost sales and customer satisfaction.

The role requires experience in meat or related retail operations, strong leadership, and proficiency in Excel. Responsibilities include enforcing food safety standards, optimizing stock levels, and maintaining a clean, compliant