Meat Lead Full Time

Meat Lead

The Meat Lead is responsible for overseeing meat department operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, maintaining inventory and merchandising excellence, and optimizing financial performance. This role supports operational execution and product quality while ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures. The Meat Lead does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but plays a critical role in supporting business performance and enhancing the Member experience.

A valid ServSafe Food Safety Certification is required and must be maintained in good standing. BJ's covers any applicable cost associated and training.

Job Summary

The Meat Lead is responsible for:

• Leading meat department operations
• Overseeing production process
• Demonstrating full proficiency
• Managing inventory proactively
• Ensuring accurate item labeling
• Analyzing production and sales
• Maintaining sanitation and safety compliance
• Executing proper product rotation
• Conducting quality and date checks
• Executing seasonal promotion execution
• Supporting club initiatives
• Conducting routine case inspections
• Assisting with receiving and inspecting meat shipments
• Supporting inventory audit efforts
• Monitoring and enforcing proper handling, storage, and display of rotisserie and cooked meat products
• Monitoring product freshness and conducting quality checks
• Performing other duties as assigned
• Maintaining regular, predictable, full attendance

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in meat department operations, retail, or food service
• Strong knowledge of meat cutting, handling, and food safety regulations
• Ability to analyze sales and operational data to drive performance improvements
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (MS Word, Excel, Email)
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must maintain all training and required certifications

Job Conditions

• Frequent standing and movement on hard surfaces
• Regular lifting of up to 50 pounds; occasional heavier lifting with assistance
• Exposure to refrigerated and damp conditions (30-40 degrees Fahrenheit)
• Ability to safely operate meat-cutting equipment and sharp tools
• Potential exposure to cleaning agents and raw meat products

This job description provides a general overview of the role and responsibilities. It may be updated at management's discretion to align with business needs.

In accordance with the Pay Transparency requirements, the following represents a good faith estimate of the compensation range for this position. At BJ's Wholesale Club, we carefully consider a wide range of non-discriminatory factors when determining salary. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, education, experience, and qualifications. The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $28.13.