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Perishable Department Manager Jobs in Chicago Ridge, IL

Meat Cleaning Clerk

Willowbrook, IL · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

... Meat Department Manager, Store Manager Job Summary: The Meat Department Clean-Up clerk is ... ensure the timely return of perishable items. * Other duties as assigned. Education and ...

Freezer Manager

Alsip, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $16.79/hr

Experience with frozen or perishable inventory * Familiarity with temperature-controlled ... May require schedule flexibility based on department needs. Benefits & Perks * Medical, Dental, and ...

Freezer Manager

Alsip, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $16.79/hr

Experience with frozen or perishable inventory * Familiarity with temperature-controlled ... May require schedule flexibility based on department needs. Benefits & Perks * Medical, Dental, and ...

Cook II- Radisson Blu Aqua Chicago

Chicago, IL · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

... perishables are kept at proper temperatures, ensure proper rotation of all food items Return all ... with department managers, team members and guests Must possess a strong team spirit Ability to ...

Lead and promote a strong safety culture in partnership with the Safety Department, conducting ... Experience in food, produce, grocery, or perishable-goods distribution strongly preferred.

Night Warehouse Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Lead and promote a strong safety culture in partnership with the Safety Department, conducting ... Experience in food, produce, grocery, or perishable-goods distribution strongly preferred.

Night Warehouse Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Lead and promote a strong safety culture in partnership with the Safety Department, conducting ... Experience in food, produce, grocery, or perishable-goods distribution strongly preferred.

Lead and promote a strong safety culture in partnership with the Safety Department, conducting ... Experience in food, produce, grocery, or perishable-goods distribution strongly preferred.

East St. Louis Save A Lot Associate

Romeoville, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

Store Manager Purpose The Associate reports directly to the store manager and indirectly to the ... monitoring perishables. The Associate provides excellent customer service and assists in ...

East St. Louis Save A Lot Associate

Romeoville, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

Store Manager Purpose The Associate reports directly to the store manager and indirectly to the ... monitoring perishables. The Associate provides excellent customer service and assists in ...

East St. Louis Save A Lot Associate

Romeoville, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

Store Manager Purpose The Associate reports directly to the store manager and indirectly to the ... monitoring perishables. The Associate provides excellent customer service and assists in ...

Storeroom Clerk

Chicago, IL · On-site

$26 - $27/hr

Receiving & Inventory Management Receive deliveries from vendors, verifying quantities, quality ... Communicate proactively with department heads regarding deliveries, shortages, and inventory needs.

Food Service Team Leader

Chicago, IL · On-site

$24.75 - $42.05/hr

Planning department(s) daily/weekly workload to support business priorities and deliver sales ... Follow proper perishable inventory management procedures to ensure an accurate recording of ...

Line Cook

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members along ... Date all food containers and rotate as per Crescent standards, making sure that all perishables are ...

Line Cook

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.25 - $20.25/hr

Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family members along ... Date all food containers and rotate as per Crescent standards, making sure that all perishables are ...

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How much do perishable department manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for perishable department manager in Chicago Ridge, IL is $22.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.13 and $24.76 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
Infographic showing various Perishable Department Manager job openings in Chicago Ridge, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,128 per year, or $22.7 per hour.

Meat Cleaning Clerk

Willowbrook, IL • On-site

Pete's Fresh Market
Supermarkets and Grocery Stores • 51 - 200 employees

$15 - $18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Perform daily cleaning activities in the meat and seafood department, including washing, sweeping, mopping, and maintaining equipment.

  • Ensure all coolers, counters, back prep rooms, and trash containers are kept in clean and sanitary conditions.

  • Assist with store operations such as stocking shelves, helping customers, and managing back-stock and perishable items as needed.


Pete's Fresh Market rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Title
Meat Cleaning Clerk
Pay Grade
Non-Exempt
Major Department
Meat/Seafood
Minor Department
Meat
Reports to
Meat Department Manager, Store Manager
Job Summary: The Meat Department Clean-Up clerk is accountable for the overall conditions of the entire meat and seafood department. Must ensure that all coolers, counters, and back prep rooms are kept in clean and sanitary conditions. Must possess a complete knowledge, proper handling, and storage of all departmental and cleaning equipment. S/he must ensure that all customers shop in a clean and safe environment, by maintaining all trash containers, floor mats, spills, counter tops, and prep areas. As a PFM team member is able to exemplify Pete's Four Pillars of Value, Aesthetic, Quality, and Customer Service.
Essential Job Responsibilities
  • Has knowledge and training of how to effectively use and maintain all cleaning equipment.
  • Possesses working knowledge of all dept. equipment including basic maintenance and cleaning.
  • Must effectively complete daily cleaning activities in the department and of the equipment.
  • Must ensure a safe and hazard free environment for all customers and coworkers.
  • Must maintain all trash containers and trim bins.
  • Maintain high cleanliness standards; clean as you go, inclusive of washing, cleaning, sweeping, mopping.
  • Daily use of floor cleaning machine, power washer, mop, and cleaning chemicals.
  • Perform all clean-up duties that are required in a timely manner.
  • Assist with actual store operation activities such as stocking shelves and assisting with customers, depending upon business needs.
  • Assist in back-stock, and ensure the timely return of perishable items.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education and Certifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalency with at least 3-4 years of relevant experience.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of department functions.
  • Proficient computer and math skills.
  • Possesses a current Food Handler Certificate or able to obtain upon employment.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Must be capable of providing and modeling exceptional customer service.
  • Must have excellent communication skills in order to communicate effectively with customers, store leadership, and fellow-team members.
  • Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently or in groups.

Work Environment/ Physical Demands
  • Must have the physical ability to stand for extended periods of time, bend, climb, balance, stoop to grasp objects, kneel, crouch, crawl, frequently push/pull up to 100 lbs., frequently lift and/or move loads up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift 75 lbs.
  • Ability to enter the coolers and freezers thereby being subjected to and withstanding frequent temperature changes for extended periods of time.
  • Occasional high stress when dealing with systems/customers/staff.
  • Able to work a flexible schedule with various shifts, including weekends and holidays, as determined by the store/business needs and as required to ensure adequate store staffing.
  • Must have reliable source of transportation.
  • The ability to be reached during/after work hours.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Benefits
-Health Insurance Plan (Medical, Dental, Vision)
-401K with employer match
-Supplemental Insurance Plans (Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance)
-Paid Vacation
-Paid Lunch Break
-Direct Deposit
-Employee Lunch Program and more!
Starting hourly rates will be no less than the local minimum wage and will vary based on things like location, experience, and qualifications. All positions are eligible for Overtime, and some positions will have guaranteed Overtime available.
Hourly rate for Suburban Stores is $15-$18
Hourly rate for City of Chicago Stores is $17.05-$18

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