Senior Meat Dept Manager - Drive Growth & Service

Lowes Foods, LLC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Lowes Foods, LLC is seeking a Bench Department Manager for the Meat department in Wilmington, NC. You will lead daily operations, ensure quality and service, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail setting.

The role requires 18+ with meat operations knowledge, supervisory experience, and physical stamina. You will manage pricing, merchandising, scheduling, training, and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school education plus 3-4 years progressive supermarket experience.
• Must be 18 years old.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs occasionally and 25 lbs constantly.
• Ability to read and understand information and directions.
• Knowledge of meat operations.
• Ability to supervise people, including training and development.
• Willingness to learn multiple tasks and on-the-job technical requirements.
• Effective communication, guest service and selling skills.
• Ability to bend, kneel, stand, push/pull stock carts for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guests receive polite, friendly service in the meat dept.
• Achieve budgeted financial results.
• Prepare products for sale (cut, slice, trim, wrap, weigh and price).
• Maintain in-store selling culture and merchandising programs.
• Order and pre-order inventory; manage coolers and stock.
• Schedule department and ensure standards compliance.
• Train and develop department staff; build talent bench.
• Maintain sanitation and safe food handling practices.
• Own the entire meat department operations and collaborate with receivers.
• Create an enthusiastic, guest-focused selling environment.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and company policies.

Job description

Lowes Foods, LLC is seeking a Bench Department Manager for the Meat department in Wilmington, NC. You will lead daily operations, ensure quality and service, and drive sales in a fast-paced retail setting.

The role requires 18+ with meat operations knowledge, supervisory experience, and physical stamina. You will manage pricing, merchandising, scheduling, training, and compliance with safety standards.