Meat Team Leader Assistant

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Dover (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. invites applications for an Assistant Meat Team Leader in the Dover, OH area. This role supports the Meat Manager by directing team members, managing orders, and implementing merchandising to grow the business and meet customer needs.

Required are 3–5 years in meat operations and a meat cutting certification; high school diploma or equivalent. Responsibilities include team development, maintaining cold-chain and safety standards, and ensuring strong customer service and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in meat operations or related field.
• Meat cutting certification required; management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret Profit and Loss statements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Assist Meat Manager by directing team members and assigning tasks.
• Order raw materials and merchandise to stock cases.
• Maintain department cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Ensure out-of-stock goals are met and manage department operations.
• Develop team members and follow Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Unload and check in orders; stock and rotate meat products.
• Promote customer service and suggestive selling.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Meat cutting certification

Job description

Job Summary

An Assistant Meat Team Leader's first responsibility is to assist the Meat Manager in providing leadership in the Meat Department by directing and managing Team Members, ordering raw materials and supplies, and implementing merchandising initiatives to stimulate the growth of the business while meeting customer requirements and maximizing profits.

Job Summary

An Assistant Meat Team Leader's first responsibility is to assist the Meat Manager in providing leadership in the Meat Department by directing and managing Team Members, ordering raw materials and supplies, and implementing merchandising initiatives to stimulate the growth of the business while meeting customer requirements and maximizing profits.

Job Description

Experience Required: 3 to 5 years

Experience Desired: Prior management experience in Meat operations/ or related field; Customer Service Experience; Knowledge of Market District meat operational procedures; Ability to read and interpret Profit and Loss statement

Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent

Certification or Licensing Required: Meat cutting certification

Lifting Requirement: Up to 50 pounds

Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Assist Meat Manager in running of Meat Department by writing orders, assigning job assignments, and maintaining conditions in department.
• Provide customers with variety of cuts of meat and filling sales cases by assisting in cutting of meat.
• Maintain levels of product in sales cases by inspecting product levels and preparing products for case.
• Ensure that proper procedures are being followed so that store meets out-of-stock percentage goal.
• Promote the continuous development of Team Member and identify candidates for Management Development Process.
• Ability to understand and adhere to the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Unloading and checking in orders.
• Stocking frozen foods and lunch meats to sales case and unloading deliveries in cooler and freezer.
• Maintain cold-chain process.
• It is essential to model, understand and promote safety processes and requirements according to the Health Department, HACCP, OSHA, along with our Company's policies and procedures. With these safe work practices and properly maintained equipment, we will protect Ourselves, our Team Members, Our Customers and our Banner.
• Display a commitment to learn about food and share food knowledge with fellow team members and customers.
• Actively demonstrate appropriate suggestive selling techniques.
• Conduct business, at all times, with a clear understanding that customer service is a significant point of difference for our Company. Every interaction, whether with an internal or external customer, is to be conducted with the highest degree of integrity and with an understanding that the end result is to deliver service in an unparalleled manner.
• Actively participate in, and promote, an environment which embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for
• Team Members, Customers, Vendors, and the Community.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floor (to ensure safety), and sanitation regulations are met.

About Us

At Giant Eagle, we believe in nourishing life’s moments, big and small, because they matter. We strive to lead the way in quality, service, and everyday value. Most importantly, the compassion, care, and respect our Team Members show to each other and in our communities is what truly sets us apart. Here, you’ll find a place to win, grow, and be better together. If you want to make a real impact, belong to a supportive community, and build a meaningful career, we invite you to grow your future with us — because you matter.

The hiring range for this position is $22.50– $22.50 per hour/year. This range represents the anticipated base pay for this role. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and location. Eligible employees may be offered health, vision, and dental insurance, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, paid bereavement, vacation and paid holidays.