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Jetro Restaurant Depot

Assistant Meat Manager

Urbandale, IA · On-site

$14.50 - $14.99/hr

Meat Manager FLSA: Full-Time, Hourly, 8-10 hour shift, Overtime Restaurant Depot is a wholesale ... Operate equipment (e.g., box cutter, knives, scales, compactor, hi-los, scooters, scissor lifts ...

HyVee

Meat Specialist

Pleasant Hill, IA · On-site

Assistant Managers of Operations, Perishables, Health Wellness Home; Service Managers; Meat ... Conducts cutting tests. * Orders new items (not strictly for replenishment). * Monitors ...

New

HyVee

Meat Assistant Department Manager

Davenport, IA · On-site

Assistant Meat Department Manager Department: Meat FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Provides ... Conducts cutting tests. * Orders new items (not strictly replenishment). * Ensures proper ...

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HyVee

Meat Assistant Department Manager

Clinton, IA · On-site

Assistant Meat Department Manager Department: Meat FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Provides ... Conducts cutting tests. * Orders new items (not strictly replenishment). * Ensures proper ...

HyVee

Assistant Meat Department Manager

Forest City, IA · On-site

$36K - $38K/yr

Assistant Meat Department Manager Department: Meat FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Provides ... Conducts cutting tests. * Orders new items (not strictly replenishment). * Ensures proper ...

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HyVee

Assistant Meat Department Manager

Grimes, IA · On-site

$39K - $41K/yr

Assistant Meat Department Manager Department: Meat FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Provides ... Conducts cutting tests. * Orders new items (not strictly replenishment). * Ensures proper ...

Ridgecrest Village

Cook III

Davenport, IA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

... and cutting meat, poultry, or fish for culinary use. • Always provides the highest quality of ... risk management policies and procedures. • Participates in regular safety meetings, safety ...

Ridgecrest Village

Cook III

Davenport, IA · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

... and cutting meat, poultry, or fish for culinary use. • Always provides the highest quality of ... risk management policies and procedures. • Participates in regular safety meetings, safety ...

GATEWAY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER

Prep Cook

Ames, IA · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Prepare food for events which includes: cutting of vegetables, fabricating meat, fish & poultry ... Cook menu items in accordance to the recipes and the direction of the kitchen management team.

GATEWAY HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER

Prep Cook

Ames, IA · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

Prepare food for events which includes: cutting of vegetables, fabricating meat, fish & poultry ... Cook menu items in accordance to the recipes and the direction of the kitchen management team.

Gateway Hotel and Conference Center

Prep Cook

Ames, IA · On-site

$14 - $17.50/hr

... cutting of vegetables, fabricating meat, fish & poultry items, soups, sauces, slicing deli meats ... management team. • Maintain an organized, clean, & sanitary work area. Follow the "clean as you ...

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How much do meat cutter manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for meat cutter manager in Iowa is $15.49, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a meat cutter manager do?

A Meat Cutter Manager oversees the daily operations of the meat department in a grocery store or butcher shop. Their responsibilities include supervising meat cutters, ensuring food safety standards are met, managing inventory and orders, and providing excellent customer service. They may also assist with cutting, trimming, and preparing meat products while training staff and maintaining a clean and organized work environment. The role requires leadership skills, knowledge of meat products, and attention to detail to ensure quality and safety.

What are some common challenges a meat cutter manager faces when overseeing a team in a busy retail environment?

As a Meat Cutter Manager, one of the primary challenges is balancing high product quality with efficient team workflow, especially during peak hours. Managing inventory and ensuring all safety and sanitation standards are upheld can also be demanding, requiring strong attention to detail and quick problem-solving. Additionally, mentoring less experienced staff and fostering a collaborative environment is essential for meeting sales targets and maintaining customer satisfaction. Effective communication and adaptability are key to successfully leading a diverse team in this dynamic setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a meat cutter manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Meat Cutter Manager, you need extensive knowledge of meat cutting techniques, food safety regulations, inventory management, and typically prior experience in meat departments or butchery. Familiarity with commercial meat cutting equipment, point of sale systems, and certifications such as ServSafe are commonly required. Leadership, attention to detail, and strong customer service skills help you effectively manage a team and maintain quality standards. These skills are crucial for ensuring product consistency, operational efficiency, and a safe, customer-focused environment.

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Assistant Meat Manager

Jetro / Restaurant Depot

Urbandale, IA • On-site

$14.50 - $14.99/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Assist the Meat Manager in ensuring all available products are out for sale, maintained with freshness policies, and in accordance with HACCP guidelines.

  • Operate warehouse equipment and follow safety procedures to handle products, perform product presentation, rotation, labeling, and replenishment.

  • Monitor inventory levels through cycle counts, communicate product quality issues, and maintain cleanliness standards in the department.

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Meat Manager

Department: Meat

Supervisor: Meat Manager

FLSA: Full-Time, Hourly, 8-10 hour shift, Overtime

Restaurant Depot is a wholesale cash-and-carry foodservice distributor. Our mission is to provide our customers with Savings, Selection & Service, 7 Days a Week. Our customers are a targeted group: independent restaurants, caterers, and not-for-profits. We offer these customers the right products, at competitive prices, in the quantities they need, every day of the week. We are a privately-owned, multi-billion-dollar company and operate 150+ warehouses & distribution centers in 37 states.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Meat Manager works closely with the Meat Manager in ensuring that all available product is out for sale, is maintained with the strictest freshness policies in accordance with Company direction and HACCP Guidelines and developing relationships with customers that drive sales goals, minimize losses & provide a mutual benefit for all.

Essential Functions:

  1. Demonstrate teamwork to ensure customer satisfaction and a pleasant, safe working and shopping environment.
  2. Provide friendly and efficient customer service by demonstrating sincerity, patience, and respect in all customer interactions
  3. Effectively communicate with customers and respond to questions and requests in a timely manner.
  4. Operate equipment (e.g., box cutter, knives, scales, compactor, hi-los, scooters, scissor lifts) according to company & OSHA guidelines.
  5. Follow basic product handling procedures in accordance with company & HACCP policy. Always working with our “Always Fresh” mentality.
  6. Assist with product presentation, rotation, labeling & replenishment.
  7. Ensure in-stock position of available product while monitoring inventory levels through frequent cycle counts.
  8. Maintain working knowledge of all warehouse equipment.
  9. Gain and demonstrate a high level of operational execution and product knowledge.
  10. Ensure consistent execution of all Department operating procedures in accordance with Corporate Audit.
  11. Utilize accomplished selling skills to secure additional sales and use suggestive selling techniques to increase sales of products.
  12. Communicate code dating issues and shrink opportunities and monitor product quality to reduce shrink.
  13. Plan work duties appropriately during the scheduled shift to accomplish all assigned tasks. Maintain high cleanliness standards; clean as you go, inclusive of washing, cleaning, sweeping, mopping.
  14. Assist department manager with interviewing, hiring & scheduling needs.
  15. Adhere to all local, state & federal laws, and company guidelines; comply with and reinforce all food safety and safety regulations/guidelines/procedures and programs; report all issues and illegal activity, including robbery, theft, or fraud.
  16. Assist general team members as needed.
  17. Assist in other areas of the warehouse as needed and requested.
  18. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Experience and Skills Required:

  1. Ability to develop and train team members, build relationships, utilize skills of team members most appropriately.
  2. Ability to provide outstanding customer service.
  3. Ability to manage warehouse operations effectively and efficiently.
  4. Ability to communicate in a clear, concise, understandable manner, and listen attentively to others, understand material, and provide instructions to team members.
  5. Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job.
  6. Ability to work in a fast paced working warehouse environment
  7. Warehouse, retail and/or customer service experience is a plus
  8. Must be able to perform basic functions on a handheld scanner, desktop computer and calculator

Physical demands include, but are not limited to:

  1. Walking/standing on concrete up to 10 hours/day
  2. Frequently turning, standing, reaching, stooping, and/or bending
  3. Frequently pushing/pulling objects 500 to 1,500 lbs.
  4. Frequently lifting/carrying objects more than 60 lbs.

Work Environment:

  1. Requires frequent exposure to cold/freezing temperatures
  2. Equipment in motion (forklifts, electric pallet jacks, scooters)  

Benefits Include:

  1. Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
  2. Company Matched 401K
  3. Vacation, Sick & Personal PTO
  4. Bonus Opportunity