Meat Lead Full Time

Job Summary 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. The 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. Benefits Weekly Pay: Get paid every week so that you can manage your money on your terms. Free BJ’s Memberships: Enjoy a complimentary Club Card Membership, plus a free Supplemental Membership for someone in your household. Generous Paid Time Off: Take the time you need with vacation, personal, sick days, holidays, bereavement, and jury duty leave. Flexible and Affordable Health Benefits: Choose from three medical plans, and access optional dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), and flexible spending account options to fit your lifestyle. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Build your financial future with a company match (available to team members 18 and older). Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Accumulate funds through after‑tax payroll deductions that can be used to purchase shares of BJ’s common stock at a 15% discount. *Eligibility requirements vary by position. Team Member Engagement Live our values: Demonstrate inclusive behavior, make ethical choices, and approach your work with a positive and solution‑oriented mindset. Create a safe and collaborative environment: Foster open communication and trust. Celebrate team members: Acknowledge others’ contributions, support team success, and help create a positive, encouraging work environment. Member Experience Guarantee service excellence: Ensure daily execution of GOLD Member Standards are met and are consistently reinforcing key service behaviors: Greet, Anticipate, Appreciate (GAA); Fast, Friendly, Full, Fresh, Clean; and Listen, Apologize, Solve, Thank (LAST) across all areas of the club. Create a positive experience: Engage with Members in a friendly and helpful manner to contribute to a premium shopping experience. Respond to Member needs: Address Member questions or concerns promptly and escalations to a supervisor when necessary. Consistently Run Great Clubs with Great Standards: Maintain Club Standards, Contribute to club goals, Achieve Financial Performance, Cost Discipline, and Support Performance and Profitability. Understand the Business: Learn how your role impacts key club metrics and contribute to overall department performance through consistent execution. Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities Lead Meat Department Operations : Oversee the preparation, cutting, packaging, and merchandising of fresh meat products following company guidelines. Oversee Production Process : Manage slicing, weighing, packaging, and labeling of meats, cheeses, and prepared foods while following food safety and sanitation guidelines. Execute operational functions: cut, trim, and prepare meat to company standards. Manage inventory proactively: ensure proper product availability by monitoring inventory levels and executing timely replenishment. Accurate item labeling: ensure all items are accurately priced, labeled, and in compliance with company policies. Analyze production and sales: track and analyze sales, waste, and shrink data to identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction. Sanitation and safety compliance: maintain compliance with all sanitation, safety, and food handling regulations, including ServSafe guidelines, and keep meat equipment clean and maintained. Report operational concerns: Escalate equipment malfunctions, stock shortages, or food safety risks to management. Execute proper product rotation: Apply FIFO (First In, First Out) rotation procedures to reduce waste and maintain optimal product quality. Conduct quality and date checks: regularly inspect products for expiration dates and condition, removing any damaged or outdated items. Seasonal promotion execution: Execute seasonal promotions, merchandising initiatives, and special event product displays in alignment with company guidelines. Support club initiatives: Inventory audits, shrink control, and performance tracking. Routine case inspections: Conduct daily inspections of meat cases, coolers, and freezers to ensure compliance with food safety standards. Receiving and inspection: Assist with receiving and inspecting meat shipments to verify accuracy. Cooked meat handling: Monitor and enforce proper handling, storage, and display of rotisserie and cooked meat products. Product quality assurance: Monitor product freshness and conduct quality checks. Perform other duties as assigned: Provide additional support across departments as needed. Maintain regular, predictable, full attendance: Demonstrate consistent presence to support operations and ensure smooth club execution. 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. A valid ServSafe Food Safety Certification is required and must be maintained in good standing. Job Conditions Frequent standing and movement on hard surfaces. Regular lifting of up to 30 pounds; occasional heavier lifting with assistance. Exposure to refrigerated and damp conditions (30-40°F). Ability to safely operate meat‑cutting equipment and sharp tools. Potential exposure to cleaning agents and raw meat products. Pay Transparency The pay range for this position starts at $22.25 and may vary based on location, education, experience, and qualifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr BJ's Wholesale Club, Inc.