Assistant Meat Manager

Assistant Meat ManagerAre 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.Position PurposeThe Assistant Meat Manager supports the Meat Manager in overseeing all aspects of meat department operations, including merchandising, production, inventory management, food safety, customer service, and associate development. This position helps ensure the department achieves sales, profitability, and customer satisfaction goals while maintaining high standards for product quality and freshness.Key Responsibilities Department OperationsAssist in managing daily meat department operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and service excellence.Support department sales, merchandising, and promotional initiatives.Ensure fresh meat and seafood products are properly displayed, rotated, and stocked.Monitor department conditions to maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety standards.Assist in executing seasonal programs, special events, and company initiatives.Leadership & Team DevelopmentProvide leadership and direction to meat department associates in the absence of the Meat Manager.Assist with hiring, onboarding, training, coaching, and developing associates.Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.Support scheduling and labor management to meet customer demand and business needs.Ensure associates follow company policies, procedures, and operational standards.Customer ServiceDeliver exceptional customer service and promote a customer-first culture.Assist customers with product selection, special requests, cooking recommendations, and custom cutting requests.Resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently.Build customer loyalty through product knowledge and quality service.Product Quality & ProductionAssist in overseeing cutting, trimming, grinding, wrapping, and packaging of meat products.Ensure products meet company quality, freshness, and presentation standards.Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and replenishment.Support shrink reduction efforts through proper product rotation, forecasting, and inventory management.Financial & Inventory ManagementHelp achieve department sales, gross profit, labor, and shrink goals.Assist with inventory control, receiving, pricing, and ordering activities.Ensure accurate signage, pricing, and promotional execution.Review department performance reports and assist with corrective actions when needed.Food Safety & ComplianceEnsure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, health department, and company standards.Monitor proper food handling, storage, labeling, and temperature controls.Maintain a clean and safe work environment.Support department readiness for audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.We also provide a variety of benefits including:Competitive wages paid weeklyAccess to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with StreamAssociate discountsHealth 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 BenefitsLeaders invested in your training, career growth and developmentAn inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serveAlbertsons 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.