Meat Department Manager: Lead Team, Elevate Freshness

Hy-Vee; Sycamore (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee in Sycamore, IL seeks a Meat Department Manager to lead the meat department, ensuring top-quality product, competitive pricing, and outstanding customer service. The role emphasizes staff development, inventory control, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling, pricing accuracy, and implementing department standards set by store leadership. This is a full-time exempt position requiring strong leadership and a focus on department profitability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with Hy-Vee meat program preferred.
• Hy-Vee meat department training is a plus.
• Dale Carnegie training encouraged for leadership growth.

Responsibilities

• Maintain department standards for service, cleanliness, and profitability.
• Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate meat department staff.
• Schedule weekly work plans and oversee inventory and pricing.
• Ensure product freshness and proper storage temperatures.
• Assist customers with prompt, courteous service.
• Manage department budgets and vendor relationships.
• Adhere to safety, hygiene, and company policies.

Skills

Staff supervision

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Computer meat program

Hy-Vee food safety training

Dale Carnegie training encouraged

Job description

Hy-Vee in Sycamore, IL seeks a Meat Department Manager to lead the meat department, ensuring top-quality product, competitive pricing, and outstanding customer service. The role emphasizes staff development, inventory control, and adherence to safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include scheduling, pricing accuracy, and implementing department standards set by store leadership. This is a full-time exempt position requiring strong leadership and a focus on department profitability.