Meat & Seafood Department Lead — Guest‑Centric Leader

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

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discount up to 40%

Early Wage Access (up to 50% of earned

401K with company match

Financial Wellness Program

Personal time off and time off plans

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Pet insurance discounts

Event tickets discounts

Job summary

The Fresh Market is seeking a Meat & Seafood Department Lead to support the Department Manager in delivering an extraordinary guest experience. You will guide your team with care, ensure the department looks its best, and step in as acting manager when needed.

Previous meat-cutting experience is preferred, including use of knives, grinders, and meat saws. You will help monitor schedules, manage inventory, and analyze department metrics to drive store success.

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

Management experience

Leadership

Guest experience

Communication

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

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 extraordinary guest experience. You will guide your team with care, ensure the department looks its best, and step in as acting manager when needed.

Previous meat-cutting experience is preferred, including use of knives, grinders, and meat saws. You will help monitor schedules, manage inventory, and analyze department metrics to drive store success.