Meat Manager

Latin Fresh Market; Port Richey (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Latin Fresh Market is seeking a Meat Manager to lead the meat and seafood department in Port Richey, FL. This full-time, on-site role requires overseeing ordering, receiving, inventory, butchery, packaging, labeling, and food safety.

You will train and schedule a team, set merchandising displays, monitor sales, and support promotions while providing direct customer service and expert product knowledge to enhance the shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Strong meat and seafood skills including butchery, trimming, portioning and safe handling.
• Experience with inventory control, stock rotation, waste reduction, and meeting sales targets.
• Proven customer service with clear communication, problem solving and a friendly demeanor.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and local health regulations.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in grocery or meat markets.
• On-site work in Port Richey, FL with ability to stand long periods and lift moderate weights.
• Basic math and computer skills for pricing, ordering, inventory, and reporting.
• High school diploma; meat cutting or food safety certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily meat and seafood department operations, ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
• Oversee butchery, cutting, packaging, labeling, and safe food handling practices.
• Train and schedule team members; set merchandising displays and promotions.
• Monitor sales performance and assist customers with product questions and orders.
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and maintain clean, organized departments.

Skills

Meat cutting

Seafood handling

Inventory control

Customer service

Food safety

Team leadership

Pricing & reporting

Education

High school diploma

Meat cutting certification (plus)

Tools

Inventory systems

Pricing software

Job description

Company Description

Latin Fresh Market is a growing grocery retailer based in Port Richey, Florida, United States, serving diverse local communities with fresh food offerings. The company focuses on providing high-quality meat, seafood, and produce in a welcoming, customer-centered environment. Team members are encouraged to deliver friendly service, maintain clean and organized departments, and support an enjoyable shopping experience. Latin Fresh Market offers opportunities to build retail and food service skills in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

Role Description

The Meat Manager is a full-time, on-site role located in Port Richey, FL, responsible for leading the daily operations of the meat and seafood department. This role oversees product ordering, receiving, and inventory control, ensuring accurate stock levels and minimizing waste. The Meat Manager performs and supervises butchery and meat cutting, ensures proper packaging and labeling, and maintains safe food handling and sanitation standards. Daily tasks include training and scheduling team members, setting merchandising displays, monitoring sales performance, and supporting store promotions. The Meat Manager also provides direct customer service, addressing questions about products, cooking methods, and special orders to enhance the overall shopping experience.

Qualifications

• Strong meat and seafood skills, including butchery, trimming, portioning, and safe handling of meat and seafood products.
• Experience with inventory control and sales, including ordering, stock rotation, waste reduction, and meeting sales targets.
• Proven customer service abilities, with a focus on clear communication, problem solving, and a friendly, professional demeanor.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation standards, and compliance with local health regulations.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a grocery store, meat market, or similar retail environment.
• Ability to work on-site in Port Richey, FL, including standing for extended periods and safely lifting moderate weights.
• Basic math and computer skills for pricing, ordering, inventory systems, and reporting.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional training or certification in meat cutting or food safety is a plus.