Meat & Seafood Department Lead

Fresh Market Inc.; Destin (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member discount up to 40%

Early Earn Wage Access

401K contribution and company match

Financial Wellness Program

Personal time off and additional time‑

Paid time off and benefits

Job summary

The Fresh Market is seeking a Meat & Seafood Department Lead in the Destin area to support the Department Manager and drive exceptional guest experiences. You will lead with care, coach the team, and ensure the department presents its best, while handling scheduling, inventory, and merchandising initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring meat-cutting familiarity, strong communication, and a passion for hospitality. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork and service excellence.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or general business.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to deliver an exceptional guest experience while achieving performance goals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Help monitor labor schedules to meet productivity and budget goals.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory levels, minimizing shrink, and supporting ordering processes.
• Act as a resource for team members and provide guidance in the manager’s absence.
• Model and coach “Impeccable Hospitality” by actively engaging guests and creating positive experiences.
• Help implement merchandising strategies and promotional plans to maximize sales and profitability.
• Assist in analyzing department financial and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with fellow department leaders to drive overall store success.
• Leverage available technology to perform these tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Guest Experience

Communication

Problem Solving

Flexibility

POS Systems

Scheduling Tools

MS Office

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Fresh Market is seeking a Meat & Seafood Department Lead in the Destin area to support the Department Manager and drive exceptional guest experiences. You will lead with care, coach the team, and ensure the department presents its best, while handling scheduling, inventory, and merchandising initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring meat-cutting familiarity, strong communication, and a passion for hospitality. This on-site role emphasizes teamwork and service excellence.