Meat Manager

Essential Job Functions :

• Always provide and promote exceptional customer service in support of the company mission to “Run the Best Store in Town!”
• Lead by example and set the standard for customer service, associate relations, cleanliness, sanitation, professional appearance, and overall profitability
• Maintain a positive attitude; create an atmosphere of friendliness and fun through flexibility and teamwork.
• Generate a positive, friendly, and fun working environment with a customer first initiative by encouraging associates to greet and speak to customers, provide prompt, courteous, and efficient customer service.
• Interact professionally with management team, associates, supervision, and customers
• Manage inventory and labor costs in the department through proper sales projection planning
• Responsible for overall staffing of Meat Department by following Best Practice Guidelines for Recruiting, Selecting, Hiring, Orienting, Training, and Developing value added Food City Associates, and maintaining adequate staffing levels
• Ensure work schedules are posted timely and per company requirements to ensure adequate staffing for weekly sales projections and customer service levels
• Provide Meat Department associates with training and development in required skills and areas of job responsibilities
• Implement and enforce all marketing programs and merchandising plans including plan-o-grams
• Prepare work schedule that adheres to engineered labor standard guidelines
• Complete all department paperwork adhering to Model Store standards including annual performance reviews including periodic department inventory
• Communicate on a regular basis with the store manager, department managers, and all Meat associates providing them with information or instruction
• Follow and implement all policies and procedures including all local, state, and federal regulations as it pertains to the Meat department
• Inspect and rotate product on a regular basis while maintaining close dated items on Electronic Short Date List
• Maintain a clean and safe department according to company standards utilizing Sanitation schedules and daily to-do lists
• Follow company food safety program

Qualifications :

Benefits of working for Food City :

401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Weekly Pay Checks with Direct Deposit, Company paid Life and Disability Insurance, Medical Plan with wellness benefits, Dental Plan, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacations, Associate Offers, and so much more!

About Food City :

Food City is a privately held, family-owned company with a driving mission to "run the best store in town." Dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve, we encourage our associates to get involved with their local civic organizations. We consider our associates to be our greatest asset. Over 13% of the company is currently owned by our associates through our employee stock ownership plan, promoting tremendous pride in the services and products we provide. Whether your passion is baking, accounting, or trucking, Food City has a promising career opportunity for you. We offer flexible schedules to ensure our associates have ample time to spend with family and friends. If you're looking for a great career or the opportunity to try something different, consider becoming part of the Food City family.