Meat Department Manager — Lead Freshness & Team

Jetro Restaurant Depot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid PTO

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Life Insurance

Employee assistance

Job summary

The Meat Manager at Jetro Restaurant Depot in Austin, TX oversees all facets of the meat department, including inventory, quality, merchandising, and team performance. This role ensures products meet quality and safety standards, supports sales, and maintains department organization and cleanliness in a fast-paced warehouse/retail setting.

Ideal candidates bring experience in meat/retail operations, strong leadership, and proficiency with inventory control and Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience in meat, grocery, retail, or warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of inventory control and stock management.
• Familiarity with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Experience leading a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Basic proficiency with 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

Meat dept ops

Inventory control

Food safety

Team leadership

Stock management

Excel basics

Job description

The Meat Manager at Jetro Restaurant Depot in Austin, TX oversees all facets of the meat department, including inventory, quality, merchandising, and team performance. This role ensures products meet quality and safety standards, supports sales, and maintains department organization and cleanliness in a fast-paced warehouse/retail setting.

Ideal candidates bring experience in meat/retail operations, strong leadership, and proficiency with inventory control and Excel.