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Sanwa Food Group

Meat Department Manager

Tampa, FL · On-site

Meat Department Manager As a Meat Manager you will provide overall leadership to the Meat Team working closely with the Store Manager and Assistant Store Managers in order to ensure the success of ...

Sanwa Food Group

Meat Department Manager

Tampa, FL

Meat Department ManagerAs a Meat Manager you will provide overall leadership to the Meat Team working closely with the Store Manager and Assistant Store Managers in order to ensure the success of the ...

Marukai

Meat Department Associate

West Covina, CA · On-site

Meat Department Store Support Associate (Meat Department) Marukai Markets dba TOKYO CENTRAL is one ... or assist in operating power-driven machinery or equipment. Must be able to use job related ...

Sanwa Food Group

Meat Department Manager

Tampa, FL · On-site

Meat Department Manager As a Meat Manager you will provide overall leadership to the Meat Team working closely with the Store Manager and Assistant Store Managers in order to ensure the success of ...

Meijer, Inc.

Meat Department Clerk

Waukesha, WI

$14 - $17.25/hr

As a Meat Department Clerk, you will provide product suggestions and assist customers with special orders while you provide our customers with exceptional customer service. You will stock cases and ...

Mitchell Grocery Corporation

Meat Cutter-Meat Dept

Decatur, AL · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

Meat cutters will receive, stock, cut, grind, wrap, weigh, price, and merchandise meat department ... Cutters are to assist customers with special requests and answer questions about our meat products ...

Mitchell Grocery Corporation

Meat Cutter-Meat Dept

Decatur, AL · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

Meat cutters will receive, stock, cut, grind, wrap, weigh, price, and merchandise meat department ... Cutters are to assist customers with special requests and answer questions about our meat products ...

Mitchell Grocery Corporation

Meat Cutter-Meat Dept

Decatur, AL · On-site

$13.75 - $18/hr

Meat cutters will receive, stock, cut, grind, wrap, weigh, price, and merchandise meat department ... Cutters are to assist customers with special requests and answer questions about our meat products ...

Mitchell Grocery Corporation

Meat Cutter-Meat Dept

Arab, AL · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

Meat cutters will receive, stock, cut, grind, wrap, weigh, price, and merchandise meat department ... Cutters are to assist customers with special requests and answer questions about our meat products ...

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How much do meat department assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for meat department assistant in the United States is $21.21, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a meat department assistant do?

A Meat Department Assistant works in grocery stores or supermarkets, helping to prepare, package, and display meat products for customers. Their responsibilities often include weighing and wrapping meat, assisting customers with their selections, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards, and restocking displays. They may also help with inventory and ensure that all products are properly labeled. This role requires attention to detail, good customer service skills, and knowledge of food safety guidelines.

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

To thrive as a Meat Department Assistant, you need knowledge of meat products, basic food safety, and customer service skills, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with meat cutting equipment, scales, and food safety certifications like ServSafe is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure safe food handling, customer satisfaction, and efficient department operations.

What are some common challenges faced by meat department assistants and how can they be managed?

Meat Department Assistants often face challenges such as maintaining proper food safety standards, managing heavy lifting, and working in cold environments for extended periods. Staying vigilant about hygiene and cross-contamination is crucial, as is using proper lifting techniques and wearing appropriate protective gear. Effective teamwork and clear communication with other staff help ensure tasks are completed efficiently and customer service remains high.

What is the difference between Meat Department Assistant vs Meat Cutter?

AspectMeat Department AssistantMeat Cutter
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; food safety certifications often preferredHigh school diploma; specialized training or apprenticeship often required
Work EnvironmentGrocery store or supermarket meat departmentButcher shop or supermarket meat section
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with stocking, cleaning, customer service, and basic meat handlingCutting, trimming, and preparing meat products for sale

The Meat Department Assistant primarily supports the meat department through stocking, cleaning, and customer service, while the Meat Cutter focuses on cutting and preparing meat. Both roles require knowledge of food safety and may involve similar certifications, but their core duties differ significantly.

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Meat Department Manager

Ridley's Family Markets, Inc.

Gardiner, MT • On-site

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

New

Ridley's Family Markets rating

4.9

Company rating: 4.9 out of 10

Based on 48 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

109th of 123 rated grocery stores

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with accuracy and maintain a high level of productivity. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Possible 'Reasonable Accommodations' will be researched to determine if any are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform any essential job duties.
  1. Exhibit and develop maximum customer relations through friendly and courteous behavior.
  2. Promote a high level of morale within department and store, utilizing friendly but professional methods of honest and open communication.
  3. Maintain good working relationships with other department managers with the objective of improving sales storewide.
  4. Comply with all company policies, programs and directives as specified in the Code of Conduct.
  5. Provide professional examples for other store team members to follow.
  6. Assist in the planning, organization, and direction of the activities of the Meat Department.
  7. Know and have the ability to cost out all material to determine proper retails.
  8. Know and have the ability to do a master production sheet.
  9. Aid in the development and growth of all department personnel by ensuring regular implementation of company training, evaluation, and counseling procedures.
  10. Possess sufficient knowledge and ability to teach others all fundamentals of produce production. This will include slicing, peeling, stacking, organizing, washing and finishing.
  11. Plan aggressive merchandising programs for increased sales. Assist management with cross merchandising ideas with other departments.
  12. Assist in maintaining effective control of department labor and inventory in line with established budgets and guidelines.
  13. Assist in maintaining effective department security in compliance with company policy and directives.
  14. Maintain an awareness of competitive activity within the store marketing areas at all times as it relates to the Produce Department. Also, maintain awareness and concern for the company's interest and investment at all times through the regular practice of sound, honest judgment.
  15. Conduct the receiving, storing, pricing and merchandising of all produce products.
  16. Maintain a high level of coordination and communication with other departments to ensure a smooth flow of products and service throughout the store and within the produce operation.
  17. Maintain adequate and appropriate department records at all times.

Requirements
CERTIFICATES/LICENSES:
  • Certification required for operation of forklift and/or pallet jack.
  • City, county, state, and/or federal certifications may be required including food handlers permit.
  • None required.

COMMUNICATION:
  • Ability to write, speak, hear, and understand the spoken word to respond promptly to pages, requests, team members and guests.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals.

COMPUTER:
Basic computer skills required.
EQUIPMENT:
Required to use or operate pallet jack, forklift, box cutters, ordering machine, computer, two-wheeler, etc. List other individual department equipment.
EXPERIENCE
Must have previous meat experience.
MATH:
  • Basic math skills required.
  • Basic math skills using units of money, weight, measurement, volume addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages required.
  • An understanding of gross projections, transmittals, weekly summaries, invoices, transfers, labor goals, inventory, and other paperwork as assigned by store management is required.

MINIMUM AGE:
18 years of age. 21 years of age required to sell tobacco products and/or alcohol.
REASON ABILITY:
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form or when helping resolve a team member or guest concern.
  • Ability to lift up to 50lb or more.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary.

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