Meat & Seafood Lead: Guest-First Team Leader

Fresh Market Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team member discount up to 40%

Early Earn Wage Access (up to 50% of工资

401K contribution

Job summary

The Fresh Market in Fort Wayne seeks a Meat & Seafood Department Lead to support the Department Manager in delivering exceptional guest experiences. You will lead your team with care, coach performance, and help ensure every department looks its best while you manage operations and respond to daily challenges.

You will monitor schedules, assist with inventory and ordering, and partner with leaders to drive store success through hospitality and teamwork.

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 18 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

Team leadership

Guest experience focus

Communication skills

Scheduling

POS systems

Microsoft Office

Age 18+

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Fresh Market in Fort Wayne seeks a Meat & Seafood Department Lead to support the Department Manager in delivering exceptional guest experiences. You will lead your team with care, coach performance, and help ensure every department looks its best while you manage operations and respond to daily challenges.

You will monitor schedules, assist with inventory and ordering, and partner with leaders to drive store success through hospitality and teamwork.