Meat & Seafood Department Lead

Fresh Market Inc.; Royal Oak Hills (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discount 40%

Early Earn Wage Access (up to $500 per

401K contribution and company match

Financial Wellness Program

Paid time off and extra time off plans

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability &

Job summary

The Fresh Market is seeking a Meat & Seafood Department Lead to support the Department Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience. You will lead with care, coach teammates, and ensure departments are attractive and efficient, stepping in as acting manager when needed.

Prior meat-cutting experience and knife/saw use are preferred. You will help monitor schedules, manage inventory, and collaborate with department leaders to boost sales and maintain operational excellence in a

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

• Monitor labor schedules to meet productivity and budget goals.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels, minimize shrink, and support ordering processes.
• Act as a resource for team members and provide guidance in the manager’s absence.
• Model and coach hospitality by 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 store success.
• Leverage available technology to perform these tasks.

Skills

Leadership

Guest experience

Communication

Problem solving

Flexible schedule

Education

Associate's degree in business/retail

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Fresh Market is seeking a Meat & Seafood Department Lead to support the Department Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience. You will lead with care, coach teammates, and ensure departments are attractive and efficient, stepping in as acting manager when needed.

Prior meat-cutting experience and knife/saw use are preferred. You will help monitor schedules, manage inventory, and collaborate with department leaders to boost sales and maintain operational excellence in a