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Meat Department Manager

  • Barrhead, AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 9, 2026
  • 1 position

$50,000–$60,000 / year

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Meat Department Manager is responsible for overseeing daily department operations, including inventory management, product merchandising, and staff scheduling. They will also lead, train, and motivate the team while ensuring high standards of customer service and brand culture are maintained.

Job details

At Freson Bros., we are committed to providing our customers with fresh, local food, warm hospitality, and pride ourselves in supporting the communities we are in. We have 16 locations across Alberta, employing over 1200 Team Members. We believe in honouring the tradition of the craft and Bakers, Butchers, Chefs and Sausage Makers are championed here. We foster a work environment that is built on collaboration, respect and integrity. If you are someone who is highly motivated and looking for career growth, we invite you to apply! We are hiring for a Full-Time Meat Department Manager position with a wage range of $50,000 - $60,000 at our location in Barrhead, AB. Job Duties/Responsibilities: Inventory Management through weekly ordering, record & invoice maintenance, and leading quarterly inventory counts Merchandise products within refrigeration shelving and coffin case freezers for promotional and seasonal displays Schedule Meat Department Team Members to ensure that production and customer needs are met Ensure company standards are met and department programs are followed Assist the Store Manager with recruiting while maintaining a high-performance work team Train, develop, and motivate Meat Department Team Members Resolve customer and Meat Department concerns and complaints, and provide a positive customer experience Maintain a clean and sanitized work area Champion the Freson Bros. brand and culture by modeling our qualities of Drive, Integrity, and Growth Providing an exceptional customer experience What you Bring: 2 years minimum of progressive butcher shop or restaurant management experience A history of meeting financial objectives and targets in a butcher shop or restaurant environment Proven ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Strong Google Suite skills and the ability to quickly learn new computer programs Exceptional communication, and interpersonal skills A passion for leading and developing others Effective critical thinking and conflict resolution skills Comfortable working during peak food-retail hours (i.e. evenings, daytime, weekends, and holidays) Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50lbs Most importantly, the willingness and enthusiasm for continuous learning and development. #FBSM Freson Bros. Perks: Group Benefits plan available for all Full-Time Team Members Team Member Grocery Discount Program Team Member Discounted Lunch Program Endless professional development and training opportunities Become a Team Member! If you’re the individual we are looking for, we invite you to submit your resume with a cover letter about what piqued your interest in this role. For more information about what we believe in at Freson Bros. and our foundational values, visit our website at: https://www.freson.com/careers/

What you’ll do

The Meat Department Manager is responsible for overseeing daily department operations, including inventory management, product merchandising, and staff scheduling. They will also lead, train, and motivate the team while ensuring high standards of customer service and brand culture are maintained.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of progressive butcher shop or restaurant management experience and a proven history of meeting financial objectives. Strong communication skills, proficiency in Google Suite, and the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays are required.

Benefits

  • Group benefits plan
  • Team member grocery discount program
  • Team member discounted lunch program
  • Professional development and training opportunities

Listed skills

  • Google Suite · Preferred
  • Customer service · Preferred
  • interpersonal skills · Preferred
  • Sanitation · Preferred
  • Critical Thinking · Preferred
  • Team Leadership · Preferred
  • Communication Skills · Preferred
  • Inventory management · Preferred
  • Conflict Resolution · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Inventory management
  • Team leadership
  • Butcher shop management
  • Merchandising
  • Staff scheduling
  • Recruiting
  • Training and development
  • Customer service
  • Conflict resolution
  • Critical thinking
  • Google suite
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Sanitation
  • Continuous Development
  • Restaurant Management
  • Self-Motivation
  • Quick Learning
  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Training And Development
  • Critical Thinking
  • Hospitality
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Inventory Management
  • Invoicing
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Enthusiasm
  • Google Workspace

Job areas

  • Retail
  • Management & Leadership
  • Food & Beverage
  • Customer Service & Support
  • Meat Department Manager
  • Department Manager
  • Shop Supervisors
  • First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers

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