Meat Dept Lead: Operations, Quality & Team Growth

RiseMe; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages (weekly pay)

Associate discounts

Health & financial well-being benefits

Paid time off

Career growth & training

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Meat Department Manager to lead daily operations, ensure quality and safety, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment. You will manage staffing, inventory, and merchandising while upholding rigorous standards of freshness and customer service.

Ideal candidates will have notable leadership experience in meat production and merchandising, strong knowledge of food safety, and the ability to train and coach a team across shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a meat department or similar retail team.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and compliant processes.
• Ability to train and coach associates and supervise in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Meat Department operations to meet service, quality, and financial goals.
• Respond to customer inquiries and handle special orders.
• Plan and coordinate daily production: prep, packaging, stocking, and merchandising.
• Maintain displays: stocked, rotated, labeled, and clean to company standards.
• Implement promotional and seasonal programs as scheduled.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, temperature, and regulatory requirements.
• Review production results and adjust activities to support yield and profitability.
• Oversee ordering, inventory, shrink, reclamation, and department expenses.

Skills

Clear communication

Decision making

Organization

Team leadership

Job description

Albertsons Companies is seeking a Meat Department Manager to lead daily operations, ensure quality and safety, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail environment. You will manage staffing, inventory, and merchandising while upholding rigorous standards of freshness and customer service.

Ideal candidates will have notable leadership experience in meat production and merchandising, strong knowledge of food safety, and the ability to train and coach a team across shifts.