Seafood & Meat Department Leader

Hy-Vee; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a Seafood Service/Meat Manager to lead the Meat Department, ensure product freshness, and drive department profitability. You will train staff, set schedules, monitor pricing, and maintain high standards of customer service throughout peak hours.

The role requires a minimum of 3–5 years in related work, strong people skills, and adherence to safety and cleanliness guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have strong problem-solving abilities with multiple variables and limited standardization.
• Able to perform arithmetic with fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Able to compose basic correspondence and follow technical manuals while engaging with people.

Responsibilities

• Provides friendly, prompt, and courteous service to customers.
• Trains, supervises, and evaluates department staff.
• Plans weekly work schedules and daily department plan.
• Ensures pricing accuracy and inventory replenishment.
• Maintains proper temperatures and storage procedures for freshness.
• Manages displays, promotions, and pre-orders; troubleshoots equipment.

Skills

People leadership

Customer service

Scheduling

Merchandising

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Food safety training

Job description

Hy-Vee in West Des Moines, IA is seeking a Seafood Service/Meat Manager to lead the Meat Department, ensure product freshness, and drive department profitability. You will train staff, set schedules, monitor pricing, and maintain high standards of customer service throughout peak hours.

The role requires a minimum of 3–5 years in related work, strong people skills, and adherence to safety and cleanliness guidelines.