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Hy-Vee, Inc.

Meat Department Manager

Forest City, IA · On-site

Meat Department Manager Department: Meat FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance ...

Hy-Vee, Inc.

Meat Department Manager

Cresco, IA · On-site

Meat Department Manager Department: Meat FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance ...

Hy-Vee, Inc.

Meat Department Manager

Manchester, IA · On-site

Meat Department Manager Department: Meat FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance ...

HyVee

Meat Department Manager

Manchester, IA · On-site

Meat Department Manager Department: Meat FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance ...

Coborn's, Inc.

Meat Department Manager

Rice Lake, WI · On-site

Overview As the key leader accountable for department performance, The Meat Department Manager will ensure successful operation of the meat department by obtaining maximum sales and gross profits ...

hornbachers

Overview As the key leader accountable for department performance, The Meat Department Manager will ensure successful operation of the meat department by obtaining maximum sales and gross profits ...

Coborn's, Inc.

Meat Department Manager

Brillion, WI · On-site

Overview As the key leader accountable for department performance, The Meat Department Manager will ensure successful operation of the meat department by obtaining maximum sales and gross profits ...

Coborn's

Meat Department Manager

Rice Lake, WI · On-site

Overview As the key leader accountable for department performance, The Meat Department Manager will ensure successful operation of the meat department by obtaining maximum sales and gross profits ...

hornbachers

Meat Department Manager

Bismarck, ND · On-site

Overview As the key leader accountable for department performance, The Meat Department Manager will ensure successful operation of the meat department by obtaining maximum sales and gross profits ...

Coborn's, Inc.

Meat Department Manager

Ramsey, MN · On-site

$24 - $33/hr

Overview As the key leader accountable for department performance, The Meat Department Manager will ensure successful operation of the meat department by obtaining maximum sales and gross profits ...

Coborn's, Inc.

Meat Department Manager

Bismarck, ND · On-site

Overview As the key leader accountable for department performance, The Meat Department Manager will ensure successful operation of the meat department by obtaining maximum sales and gross profits ...

Albertsons

Meat Department Manager-McLean

Mclean, VA

$23/hr

Join us as a Meat Department Manager, where operational standards, food safety, and customer experience work together to support store success. At Albertsons Companies, we seek leaders who lead ...

Albertsons

Meat Department Manager-McLean

Mclean, VA

$23/hr

Join us as a Meat Department Manager, where operational standards, food safety, and customer experience work together to support store success. At Albertsons Companies, we seek leaders who lead ...

Albertsons

Meat Department Manager-McLean

Mclean, VA · On-site

Join us as a Meat Department Manager, where operational standards, food safety, and customer experience work together to support store success. At Albertsons Companies, we seek leaders who lead ...

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How much do meat dept manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for meat dept manager in the United States is $24.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $26.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Meat Dept Manager vs Butcher?

AspectMeat Dept ManagerButcher
CredentialsHigh school diploma, food safety certificationsButchery certifications or apprenticeships often preferred
Work EnvironmentSupervises staff, manages inventory in retail or supermarket settingsPrepares and cuts meat in retail or specialty shops
ResponsibilitiesOversees department operations, customer service, staff managementCuts, trims, and prepares meat products for sale

The Meat Dept Manager oversees the entire meat department, including staff and inventory management, while the Butcher focuses on preparing and cutting meat products. Both roles require knowledge of meat cuts and safety standards, but the manager has additional supervisory duties.

How much do meat department managers make in the US?

Meat department managers in the US typically earn between $40,000 and $70,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and store size. They are responsible for overseeing meat department operations, inventory, and staff management, often requiring knowledge of food safety and retail practices.

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Infographic showing various Meat Dept Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,241 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Meat Department Manager

Forest City, IA • On-site

Hy-Vee, Inc.
Retail • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Hy-Vee rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 1,675 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Additional Considerations (if any):
Must be 18+
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At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise "a helpful smile in every aisle" and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.
Job Description:
Job Title: Meat Department Manager
Department: Meat
FLSA: Non-Exempt
General Function:
Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance and overall profitability. Coordinates the delivery of the freshest and best quality product at a competitive retail price.
Core Competencies
  • Partnerships
  • Growth mindset
  • Results oriented
  • Customer focused
  • Professionalism

Reporting Relations:
Accountable and Reports to: District Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Operations; Perishables; Health Wellness Home
Positions that Report to you: Department Employees
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Maintains a positive attitude; creates an atmosphere of friendliness and fun through flexibility and teamwork.
  • Generates a friendly atmosphere by encouraging employees to greet and speak to customers; providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to customers and sets a good example.
  • Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance and overall profitability.
  • Smiles and greets customers in a friendly manner, whether the encounter takes place in the employee's designated department or elsewhere in the store.
  • Makes an effort to learn customers' names and to address them by name whenever possible.
  • Assists customers by: (examples include)
    • escorting them to the products they're looking for
    • securing products that are out of reach
    • loading or unloading heavy items
    • making note of and passing along customer suggestions or requests
    • performing other tasks in every way possible to enhance the shopping experience.
  • Answers the telephone promptly and provides friendly, helpful service to customers who call including taking product orders.
  • Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, disciplines, and evaluates all department employees.
  • Determines department goals with store director.
  • Determines weekly work schedule and establishes a daily work plan for the department.
  • Inspects signage and displays for quality and quantity of merchandise and orders product for replenishment.
  • Communicates with employees regarding sales and ideas.
  • Handles and satisfies customer issues.
  • Figures retail pricing and ensures correct pricing.
  • Extends invoices, posts invoices, and oversees department bookkeeping procedures.
  • Analyzes weekly and monthly sales and trends and compares to actuals, prepares ad projections, and writes ads.
  • Conducts inventory of the department.
  • Plans displays, promotions, and determines pre-orders.
  • Ensures proper temperatures and storage procedures are maintained to guarantee freshness and control shrink of product.
  • Understands and troubleshoots equipment and ensures maintenance is performed.
  • Maintains strict adherence to department and company guidelines related to personal hygiene and dress.
  • Adheres to company policies and individual store guidelines.
  • Reports to work when scheduled and on time.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Ensures pricing is competitive in the market area.
  • Attends meetings and seminars and participates in continuing education.
  • Fills displays and works in the sales area.
  • Unloads trucks, checks in delivered merchandise and places product in appropriate storage area.
  • Performs departmental duties as needed.
  • Assists in other areas of store as needed.
  • Performs other job related duties and special projects as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Instructs, assigns, reviews and plans work of others.
  • Maintains standards, coordinates activities, allocates personnel, acts on employee problems, and selects new employees.
  • Has the authority to approve employee discipline.
  • Has the authority to recommend employee transfer, discharge, and salary increases.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:
  • Must have the ability to do logical or scientific thinking to solve problems with several abstract and concrete variables.
  • Ability to do arithmetic calculations involving fractions, decimals, and percentages.
  • Possess the ability to compose original correspondence; interpret written work instructions; interview job applicants; follow technical manuals and have increased contact with people.

Education and Experience:
High School or equivalent, Computer meat program, Hy-Vee food safety training, Dale Carnegie is encouraged. Over one year of related work experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be physically able to exert up to 100 pounds of force (shared team lifting) occasionally; exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and exert up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Visual requirements include vision from less than 20 inches to more than 20 feet with or without correction, depth perception, color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), and field of vision.
  • Must be able to perform the following physical activities: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.

Working Conditions:
This position is exposed daily to dirt, noise, temperature extremes, dampness, vibrations, equipment movement hazards, cleaning chemicals/solvents, and electrical shock. This is a fast paced work environment.
Equipment Used to Perform Job:
Power ban saw, Grinder, Tenderizer, Slicer, Bone duster (where applicable), Knives, Tumblers, Automatic patty machine (where applicable), Automatic stuffer, Wrapping system, Rotisserie, Pallet jack, box cutter, Computer, and C.A.R.S. reordering system.
Confidentiality:
Has access to confidential information including, employee compensation, monthly results, quarterly inventory reports, sales and profit sheets, and warehouse pricing.
Financial Responsibility:
Responsible for company assets including equipment and merchandise.
Contacts:
Has daily contact with customers, employees, suppliers/vendors, and the general public. Occasional contact with local, federal or state regulatory agencies regarding inspections.
Are you ready to smile, apply today.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.

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Hy-Vee, based in West Des Moines, IA, US, operates within the supermarket industry. Founded in 1930 by Charles Hyde and David Vredenburg, the company began as a small general store in Beaconsfield, Iowa. Over the years, Hy-Vee has evolved into a network of more than 245 supermarkets across 8 states in the Midwest. They offer a wide range of products and services, including grocery, bakery items, delicatessen, floral, and other specialty departments. With a company motto of “A helpful smile in every aisle”, Hy-Vee's mission is to make each customer's life easier, healthier, and happier. They have received several awards for their commitment to healthy living, customer service and community outreach.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Des Moines, IA, US

Year founded

1930

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