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Meat Assistant Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$21 - $27.75/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Gilbert, AZ · On-site

$20.50 - $27/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Phoenix, AZ

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume * Train and develop associates on their job ... Implement the period promotional plan for the department * Assist management in preparing the store ...

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MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Zionsville, IN · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Nashville, TN · On-site

$20.25 - $26.75/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Henrico, VA · On-site

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$20.50 - $27/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Arvada, CO · On-site

$21.25 - $28.25/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Grand Junction, CO

$20.50 - $27/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$19.25 - $25.50/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Parker, CO · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Plover, WI · On-site

$20.50 - $27.25/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site

$20.75 - $27.50/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$20.50 - $27/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Glenwood Springs, CO · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Fishers, IN · On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Grand Junction, CO

$20.50 - $27/hr

... management experience - Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing) - Promote trust and ... - Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss ...

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How much do meat assistant manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for meat assistant manager in the United States is $18.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a meat assistant manager?

Meat Assistant Managers are supervisory employees in grocery stores or supermarkets who assist the Meat Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the meat department. Their responsibilities typically include supervising staff, ensuring proper meat handling and safety protocols, maintaining inventory, and assisting customers. They may also help with scheduling, ordering products, and training new employees. Meat Assistant Managers play a key role in maintaining product quality and ensuring customer satisfaction within the department.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a meat assistant manager?

To thrive as a Meat Assistant Manager, you need expertise in meat cutting, product quality control, inventory management, and often prior experience or training in food safety standards. Familiarity with meat processing equipment, point-of-sale systems, and food safety certifications such as ServSafe are commonly required. Strong leadership, customer service, and organizational skills help you effectively supervise staff and ensure a positive shopping experience. These abilities are vital for maintaining product quality, meeting sales targets, and ensuring compliance with health regulations in a busy retail environment.

What are some common challenges meat assistant managers face, and how can they be addressed?

Meat Assistant Managers often encounter challenges such as maintaining strict food safety standards, managing inventory to reduce waste, and training staff on proper cutting techniques. Staying updated on health regulations and ensuring compliance is essential, as is effective scheduling to meet peak demand periods. Building strong communication with team members and collaborating with other departments, like purchasing and sales, can help proactively address these challenges and create a more efficient work environment.

How much do assistant meat managers make?

Assistant meat managers typically earn between $12 and $20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and store size. They often oversee meat department operations, inventory, and staff, and may require certification in food safety. Salaries can vary based on the employer and regional cost of living.

What does an assistant meat manager do?

An assistant meat manager helps oversee the meat department in a retail or grocery store, assisting with inventory management, ordering, and ensuring product quality and safety. They support the meat manager in supervising staff, maintaining cleanliness, and following food safety regulations.
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Infographic showing various Meat Assistant Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,408 per year, or $18.9 per hour.

MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Fry's Food Stores

Gilbert, AZ • On-site

$21 - $27.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago


Fry's Food Stores rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 299 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

91st of 124 rated grocery stores


Job description

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe, clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals established for the department and control all established quality assurance standards. Monitor all functions, duties and activities related to the Meat department. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Minimum
- Excellent oral/written communication skills
- Current food handlers permit once employed
- Ability to handle stressful situations
- Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction)
Desired
- High School Diploma or GED 
- Any meat/retail experience
- Any management experience
- Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)
 

- Promote trust and respect among associates, with a positive attitude
- Communicate company, department, and job specific information to associates
- Establish department performance goals and empower associates to meet or exceed targets through teamwork
- Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume
- Train and develop associates on their job performance and participate in the performance appraisal process
- Create an environment that enables customers to feel welcome, important and appreciated by answering questions regarding products sold within the department and throughout the store; respond to questions, make suggestions, and locate products
- Inform customers of produce specials and offer product samples to help customers discover new items
- Review/inspect products for quality and freshness and take appropriate action
- Develop and implement a department business plan to achieve desired results
- Create and execute sales promotions in partnership with store management
- Inform and educate department associates about current, upcoming and special in-store promotions, especially promotions that affect the department
- Prepare and submit seasonal critiques for the sales and merchandising supervisor
- Implement the period promotional plan for the department
- Assist management in preparing the store/department budget, expense control, profit and loss reviews, and take appropriate action on all financial reports
- Schedule daily, weekly and monthly price changes by updating shelf tags and promotional signs
- Plan and organize the inventory process, maintain an awareness of inventory/stocking conditions, note any discrepancies, train department associates on inventory/stocking and Computer Assisted Ordering (CAO)
- Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers are maintained and temperature logs are maintained
- Reinforce safety programs by complying with safety procedures, identifying unsafe conditions, practicing preventive maintenance by properly inspecting equipment, notifying store management of any items in need of repair and of customer or employee accidents
- Report all safety risk, or issues, and illegal activity, including robbery, theft or fraud
- Adhere to all local, state and federal laws, and company guidelines
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
 


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