Meat and Seafood Manager

The Meat & Seafood Manager works closely with the Deli Manager and Store Manager and is specifically responsible for managing Meat & Seafood Department inventory, instock levels, pricing integrity, merchandising and other related operational processes to company standards.

Direct and manage all functions and activities of the Meat & Seafood Department, including planning, ordering, preparing cutting lists, and processing meat and seafood according to sales history and product movement.
• Manage the inventory and ordering, enforcing and following department practices regarding the receiving, stocking and unloading and breaking down of product to ensure freshness and quality.
• Handle and cut a variety of the department’s specialty meats and seafood throughout the day, per customer requests, and to maintain quality product levels, all while ensuring outstanding customer service, and by directing customers to product locations throughout the store whenever needed.
• Provide department associates with proper training and supervision and help to create a positive work environment in the department.
• Maintain the overall appearance of the department, ensuring cases are well-merchandised and properly signed to ensure the highest quality products and supplies are available to complete tasks efficiently.
• Monitor temperature of cases, shelves and storage areas and follow maintenance and sanitation procedures for coolers and freezers. Report any failures to the Store Manager.
• Follow proper cleaning and sanitation procedures, operating equipment in a safe and focused manner while tracking date and rotation of products and completing all necessary reports.
• Evaluate vendors and investigate new sources of supply.
• Adhere to all local Health and Safety regulations.

Experience/Abilities/Qualifications
• Sufficient knowledge of meat and seafood industry, including: ability to cut and merchandise all types of meat and seafood products.
• Knowledge of use of all kitchen tools and equipment.
• Versatility and ability to adapt and respond quickly to changing business priorities.
• Must be able to respond consistently with a high degree of initiative to resolve issues or complex problems that may arise.
• Demonstrated decision-making ability, leadership skills, and ability to prioritize and delegate.
• Good knowledge of retail operations; knowledge of retail management systems.
• Bilingual candidates are highly desirable.
• Must have good organization and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work nights, weekend and holidays
• You must be able to stand for extended periods at a time, bend, and reach during your shift and occasionally lift to 60 pounds.