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Job Description
Why choose us?
Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand!
At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.
Job Summary
The Assistant Meat Manager supports the Meat Manager in overseeing all aspects of the meat department, including product quality, inventory management, merchandising, food safety compliance, customer service, and associate development. This position assists with driving department sales and profitability while ensuring a clean, organized, and customer-focused operation.
Key Responsibilities Department Operations
- Assist in managing the daily operations of the meat department.
- Support production planning, cutting, packaging, and merchandising activities.
- Ensure adequate inventory levels through proper ordering, receiving, and stock rotation practices.
- Monitor product quality, freshness, and presentation standards.
- Maintain department cleanliness, organization, and compliance with company standards.
Customer Service
- Deliver exceptional customer service and product knowledge assistance.
- Assist customers with meat selections, cooking recommendations, and special requests.
- Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly.
- Ensure all custom cuts and special orders are completed accurately and on time.
Team Leadership
- Assist with hiring, training, coaching, and developing department associates.
- Support labor scheduling to meet operational and customer service needs.
- Promote a culture of teamwork, engagement, and accountability.
- Provide leadership and direction in the absence of the Meat Manager.
- Reinforce company policies, standards, and performance expectations.
Product Quality & Food Safety
- Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, health, and workplace safety regulations.
- Monitor product rotation, code dating, temperature logs, and freshness standards.
- Ensure proper handling, storage, and preparation of all meat and seafood products.
- Maintain accurate records and required department documentation.
Merchandising & Sales
- Execute merchandising plans, promotional displays, and sales initiatives.
- Ensure correct pricing, signage, and product placement.
- Support sales growth through effective inventory management and in-stock conditions.
- Identify opportunities to improve product assortment and customer satisfaction.
Financial Performance
- Assist in achieving department sales, gross margin, shrink, and labor goals.
- Monitor inventory levels and control waste to maximize profitability.
- Support expense management and productivity initiatives.
- Analyze department performance and assist in implementing improvement strategies.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous meat department, retail grocery, food service, or supervisory experience preferred.
- Knowledge of meat cutting, merchandising, and food safety practices preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer and inventory management skills.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift throughout the workday.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work in refrigerated and freezer environments.
- Ability to safely operate department equipment, including slicers, grinders, saws, and wrapping equipment.
- Flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Key Competencies
- Leadership
- Customer Focus
- Team Development
- Communication
- Product Knowledge
- Merchandising
- Organization
- Food Safety Compliance
- Problem Solving
- Results Orientation
We also provide a variety of benefits including:
- Competitive wages paid weekly
· Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
- Associate discounts
- Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
Our Values – Click below to view video: ACI Values
About Us
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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