Meat Team Leader Assistant

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer in Pittsburgh is seeking an Assistant Meat Team Leader to assist in managing the Meat Department. The role involves overseeing team members, handling orders, and ensuring customer satisfaction through quality meat offerings. Candidates should have management experience in meat operations, a high school diploma, and necessary certifications. This position offers full-time employment with opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience required.
• Management experience in Meat operations or customer service experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Meat cutting certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Meat Manager in department operations and order writing.
• Provide customers with cuts of meat and maintain sales cases.
• Ensure proper stock levels and adhere to safety procedures.
• Promote team development and support diversity and respect.

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 suppliers, and implementing merchandising initiatives to stimulate 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 the Meat Department by writing orders, assigning job assignments, and maintaining conditions in the department.
• Provide customers with a 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 members and identify candidates for Management Development Process.
• Understand and adhere to the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Unload and check in orders.
• Stock frozen foods and lunch meats to sales case and unload deliveries in cooler and freezer.
• Maintain cold-chain process.
• Model, understand, and promote safety processes and requirements according to the Health Department, HACCP, OSHA, and Company policies and procedures to 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 the highest integrity, ensuring customer service is a significant point of difference.
• Actively participate in, and promote an environment that embraces diversity, inclusion, and respect for team members, customers, vendors, and the community.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment, tables, utensils, floor (to ensure safety), and ensure sanitation regulations are met.

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food. We’re one giant family of diverse and talented Team Members. Our people are the heart and soul of our company. It’s why we strive to create a nurturing environment that offers countless career opportunities to grow. Deep caring and solid family values are what make us one of the top workplaces in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis Areas. We’re always searching for the best Team Members to welcome to our family. We invite you to join our Giant Eagle family and start a lasting career with us.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industry

Retail Groceries