Meat Department Manager - Grocery Store

Job summary

Manage the daily operations of the meat and seafood departments, including staffing, inventory, product preparation, food safety, and attractive displays. Serve customers, ensure proper handling of Halal and Kosher products, and work with store management to meet sales and profitability goals.

Job details

Meat Department Manager - GROCERY STORE Location: 50 Matheson Blvd, Mississauga Salary: $60,000 – $85,000 At Food World Plus Supermarket, our mission is to be a trusted destination for multi-ethnic groceries by providing a taste of home through authentic products, responsible sourcing, and a customer-focused approach that celebrates cultural diversity. We are committed to offering high-quality products from around the world, including specialty meat and seafood selections that meet the needs of diverse communities. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Meat Department Manager to oversee the daily operations of both departments. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, excellent product knowledge in meat and experience maintaining the highest standards of quality, food safety, and customer service. Responsibilities Manage the day-to-day operations of the meat department, ensuring high standards of quality, cleanliness, and food safety. Supervise, train, and schedule department staff. Order, receive, and manage inventory for fresh and frozen meat products. Ensure proper cutting, filleting, packaging, labeling, and storage of products. Maintain compliance with food safety regulations and store policies. Monitor product freshness and minimize waste through effective inventory management. Ensure proper handling and segregation of Halal and Kosher meat products according to required standards. Maintain attractive product displays and ensure both departments are fully stocked. Provide excellent customer service and assist customers with product selection and special orders. Work with store management to meet sales targets and maintain department profitability. Requirements Minimum 3–5 years of experience in meat and/or seafood departments within a supermarket or grocery store. Previous supervisory or management experience preferred. Strong knowledge of meat cuts, handling, filleting, and merchandising. Experience handling Halal and Kosher meat products and understanding proper handling practices. Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and health regulations. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced retail environment and manage multiple tasks. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods. Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays if required. What We Offer Competitive salary Supportive team environment Opportunity to work in a diverse and multicultural grocery store Career growth opportunities

What you’ll do

Manage the daily operations of the meat and seafood departments, including staffing, inventory, product preparation, food safety, and attractive displays. Serve customers, ensure proper handling of Halal and Kosher products, and work with store management to meet sales and profitability goals.

Requirements

Requires 3–5 years of experience in a supermarket or grocery store meat and/or seafood department; supervisory or management experience is preferred. Candidates should have strong product-handling, food-safety, leadership, communication, and organizational skills, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for extended periods, and work flexible hours.

Benefits

• Supportive Team Environment
• Career Growth Opportunities

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Food safety · Preferred
• Sanitation · Preferred
• Inventory management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Meat Department Operations
• Seafood Department Operations
• Staff Supervision
• Staff Training
• Staff Scheduling
• Inventory Management
• Meat Cutting
• Filleting
• Product Packaging and Labeling
• Food Safety
• Sanitation
• Halal and Kosher Handling
• Merchandising
• Customer Service
• Sales Target Management
• Leadership

Job areas

• Retail
• Food & Beverage
• Management & Leadership
• Customer Service & Support

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