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The Meat Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the Meat Department including staff, sales, margin, and labor. They are required to assist customers as needed and maintain a friendly, energetic demeanor. This position requires adhering to all procedural guidelines set by the Meat Department.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Prepares the weekly sales and labor projections for the meat department in order to maximize sales and profits; ensures department operations are within the labor percentage allowed.

Monitors and controls all costs and expenses within the department; includes maintaining proper ordering, inventory control, cutting procedures, shrink, and ad displays.

Manages the Meat Department staff including hiring, training, scheduling, coaching, and initiating required performance reviews; ensures staff is trained on all policies and procedures.

Oversees shift operations for department including writing, and/or approving work schedules.

Ensures weekly flyer ads are in stock and ready for sale during business hours and that product for upcoming ads are ordered, in stock, and available for processing.

Stocks meat cases; includes presentation of product, facing, filling, and organization of all product items as set by the Meat Department schematics as well as ensuring tag and pricing accuracy.

Ensures cleanliness of meat aisles, storage area, and work area for safety; includes cleaning of shelves and products, keeping floors free of liquid spills or water, removing hazardous debris from floor and sweeping.

Responds positively to customer's inquiries and assists customers with purchases, information and product selection while working the meat counter; requires selling and cross selling of products.

Receives, inspects, and logs products for accuracy of shipment, temperature, and quality.

Requires operating and using equipment such as knives, scales, wrappers, compactors, garbage disposals, pallet jacks, and hand trucks.

Monitors the rotation of all meat products paying particular attention to expired stock and discarding outdated or spoiled items.

Balances the meat general ledger and financial statements.

Manages and is responsible for all inventory preparation and control; includes back stock, assuring tags match products, ensuring no out of stocks and accurate accounting for all products.

Uses knowledge of scales, weight measures, and tares to accurately weigh and label meat products; includes packaging and wrapping product and following the proper dating procedures.

Monitors that proper temperatures are being maintained at all stages during the production of meat and seafood items.

Maintains proper safety practices and care while using all the cutting accessories available in the meat department; complies with the use of mesh gloves while using a knife.

Sustains a high level of product knowledge and product preparation.

Walks department regularly to ensure an organized, sanitary, and overall clean appearance at all times.

Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalency degree.

Must have a minimum of 4 years professional experience.

Preferred 3-5 years grocery retail experience in Meat department processes and procedures.

Previous experience in a natural foods industry is a plus.

Journeyman cutter program completed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must maintain the highest level of customer service at all times.

Ability to adapt to the ever changing high volume retail while working in a cross-functional team environment.

Must have the capacity to take initiative when problems arise.

Flexibility to adapt in a variety of situations.

Must have advanced attention to detail with the capability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Excellent written communication and documentation skills.

Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills for dealing cross functionally with peers and senior management.

Must have knowledge with MS Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Ability to multitask and have excellent organizational skills is essential.

Must be able to lead support and contribute to team goals.

Ability to work varied hours/days as business dictates.

Must be familiar with Health Department guidelines and regulations as they pertain to a grocery retail environment.

Must have advanced knowledge of math, weights, and measures.

Demonstrate ability to analyze and interpret Company financial statements and results.

Must have skills working with knives, tenderizers, grinders, and general meat machinery.

Must have expert packaging and wrapping skills.

Ability to cut and weigh various amounts of meat and seafood.

Understands COOL compliance for seafood products; what country the various products are coming from.

Job Function Analysis

Physical Demands

Sit Rarely 1-2 hours

Stand Continuously 1-8 hours

Walk Continuously 2-8 hours

Drive Frequently 2-4 hours

Balance Frequently 34-66%

Bend Occasionally 1-33%

Climb (2-6 ft) Occasionally 1-33%

Crawl Occasionally 1-33%

Crouch/Squat Occasionally 1-33%

Kneel Occasionally 1-33%

Reach (forward & overhead) Frequently 34-66%

Twist (45 degrees at waist) Occasionally 1-33%

Lifting/Carrying

0-10 lbs. Occasionally 1-33%

11-25 lbs. Occasionally 1-33%

26-50 lbs. Occasionally 1-33%

51-100 lbs. Never 0%

Repetitive Motion

Right & Left Grasping Frequently 34-66%

Fine Manipulation Occasionally 1-33%

Pushing and Pulling Occasionally 1-33%

Lower extremities Never 0%

Environmental Conditions:

Some extreme temperatures are possible. Some ventilation and exhaust fans.

At Fresh Thyme, our team members Thrive. We offer competitive compensation, incentive programs, and recognition programs that allows our most successful team members to be rewarded for their passion, dedication, and the results they consistently drive. Therefore, we are committed to offering competitive pay that reflects market standards and ensures consistency within our organization.

The pay range for this position is listed below. The actual rate offered will meet or surpass the legal wage requirement for the job's location.

$20.50 - $30.05

This pay range represents the minimum and maximum base pay for the position, which is determined by factors such as market data, the qualifications required, the level of responsibilities associated with the role and other roles at this same level. Specific pay rates will be within this range and based on your experience, qualifications, and skills compared to the internal team of this role.

Compensation for this position also includes incentive bonus opportunities that may vary based on individual and company performance. Specific details will be discussed during the hiring process.

Our team members Thrive because we are committed to the whole person. Not only do we offer a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time team members that includes medical, dental, and life insurance, but we also offer a variety of programs designed to support our part-time members as well. ALL Fresh Thyme team members enjoy paid parental leave, our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, and our 401(k) plan with an employer match. We are dedicated to creating a work environment that promotes work-life balance, long-term health and financial security, and continuous professional development. Come Thrive with us!