Assistant Meat Manager

Elevate your culinary expertise to new heights in a role that demands excellence. Are you the go‑to person behind the BBQ grill, admired for your mastery of roasting and grilling techniques? If so, we invite you to consider a rewarding career as a full‑time Assistant Meat Manager  an integral member of our team, you will have the opportunity to showcase your expertise while contributing to the success of our Meat Department.

• Providing leadership, direction, and supervision to department associates, with a focus on training and development to ensure a high‑performing team
• Serving as a knowledgeable ambassador for our quality products, meticulously stocking and maintaining meat cases to uphold our standards of excellence
• Upholding freshness and visual appeal while adhering to Dierbergs, FDA, USDA, and local food policies and regulations
• Collaborating with store management and other departments to create compelling displays that drive sales and promote featured specials, new items, seasonal offerings, and holiday‑related products
• Championing suggestive selling techniques and setting a positive example for the department

• 1+ years of Journeyman Meat or Service Counter Journeyman experience, demonstrating your proficiency in meat handling and preparation
• Exhibit strong problem‑solving abilities, leadership qualities, interpersonal skills, and a motivational mindset
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of proper food handling and sanitation procedures and guidelines
• Demonstrate a genuine passion for food and thrive in fast‑paced environments
• Capable of multitasking, providing direction, delegating tasks, and ensuring compliance with departmental programs, policies, and procedures
• Ability to forecast and order products and supplies, effectively managing inventory to meet business demands while prioritizing freshness and rotation
• Proficiency in controlling expenses and achieving financial goals
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and varying shifts – enjoy a balanced schedule with no late nights; most meat departments close by 8 pm, allowing for a healthy work‑life balance

• Ability to lift and carry up to 90 lbs. occasionally
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally
• Occasional:
  Sitting and climbing; frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and handling
• Frequent:
  Head turn, trunk bend, side reach, grasp, power grip, pinch, finger manipulation, & feel
• Constant – Stand, handling, & forward reach

• Our culture makes us unique. We're known for being friendly and customer‑focused, as well as for treating each other like family
• You'll enjoy the stability of working for an organization with a strong history of financial success and an excellent reputation in the community
• As an integral part of our team, you'll directly impact our bottom line and contribute to our ongoing success
• With a clear path for advancement, you will have the opportunity to progress to a Department Manager or store management role

• Health and retirement benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and pension plans; paid time off provided, including vacation and personal days
• Weekly pay
• Work‑life balance with flexible scheduling
• Growth opportunities to support career advancement
• Associate‑only savings, free products, bonus points, sweepstakes, and more – being a part of our team has its perks with Dierbergs Rewards
• Associate Perks Program in partnership with Working Advantage
• Discounts at Starbucks kiosks within select locations

At Dierbergs, we value individuals who embody our core BEhaviors:
Be Connected, Be Curious, Be Courageous, Be Caring, Be People Centric, Be a Contributor, Be a Cultivator, and in all you do, Be YOU. If you're ready to make an impact and be part of a vibrant team, apply now!

This description is representative only and is not all inclusive of the tasks that an Associate in the position may be required to perform.