Meat Manager - Food Maxx - Monterey Highway, San Jose, CA

We are California’s largest regional, full-service grocery chain, founded over 70 years ago in Modesto, California, where our headquarters are still located today. With 194 stores across Central and Northern California and Western Nevada, our banners—Save Mart, Lucky, and Food Maxx—are cherished regional brands, serving the unique needs of their communities.

It’s our 12,000 passionate associates who make our company a great place to work and shop. We prioritize investing in our people, stores, and neighborhoods, and work closely with local suppliers to bring fresh, quality products at affordable prices to our customers. Shoppers can access our offerings in-store, online, or through convenient home delivery and curbside pick-up.

The Meat Manager is responsible for leading the operations of the Meat Department, ensuring exceptional customer service, maximizing sales, and maintaining standards for freshness, cleanliness, and safety. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in meat cutting, department leadership, and maintaining compliance with food safety guidelines.

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Meat Department, including meat cutting, merchandising, inventory control, and sanitation.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Manage department labor, scheduling, and training of Meat Clerks and Cutters.
• Maintain proper product rotation and monitor product quality and freshness.
• Engage with customers, answer questions, and offer meal solutions.
• Drive department sales and profitability through effective merchandising and promotions.
• Control shrink, manage inventory, and ensure accurate pricing and labeling.
• Collaborate with store leadership on strategic planning and execution.

Hiring pay range: $30.36 - 30.36

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Internal Candidates: Must have no disciplinary suspension within the last 6 months.
• Must be at a Journeyman Meat Cutter level or have a minimum of 2 years of verifiable meat cutting experience (equivalent to 4,160 hours)
• Proven knowledge of meat products, cutting techniques, tools, and equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs., stand for extended periods, and work in refrigerated environments.

• Prior experience managing a Meat Department or supervising team members.
• Bilingual skills are a plus.
• Knowledge of inventory systems and retail point-of-sale systems.

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