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Job Summary:
Millers Markets is seeking an experienced, community-minded Meat Department Manager to lead our meat and seafood operations in Garrett, Indiana. In this role, you will manage daily department operations, drive sales, maintain fresh inventory, and lead a dedicated team. The ideal candidate pairs professional meat-cutting expertise with strong management skills to provide our local customers with top-quality products and excellent service.
Core Responsibilities:
- Department Leadership: Recruit, train, schedule, and mentor meat department staff to ensure high standards of performance and productivity.
- Operations & Inventory Management: Order product, manage stock levels, minimize shrink, and monitor department gross margins to achieve financial goals.
- Merchandising & Stocking: Design and maintain attractive counter and self-service displays. Oversee and execute the regular stocking and rotation of the lunchmeat and frozen cases.
- Quality & Food Safety: Enforce local health department regulations, food safety standards, and strict sanitation guidelines for all equipment and preparation areas.
- Production & Cutting: Assist on the sales floor by cutting, trimming, and wrapping meat to meet daily customer demand and specialty requests.
- Customer Service: Build strong relationships with the Garrett community by providing helpful, friendly service and sharing knowledge on cuts and cooking methods.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience: 3–5 years of retail grocery meat-cutting experience, with a proven track record in a supervisory or management role.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency with commercial meat saws, grinders, slicers, and knives.
- Business Acumen: Familiarity with inventory control, ordering systems, margins, and managing a department budget.
- Schedule & Physical Requirements: Must be available to work until 4:00 PM throughout the week and work Saturdays. Ability to stand for long shifts, work in cold environments, and lift up to 50 lbs. Food safety certification is a plus.
What We Offer:
- Salary: $41,000 to $52,000 per year, based on experience
- Bonus Program: Potential for semi-annual bonuses up to $5,000 every six months based on performance.
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with a company match up to 6%
- Paid Time Off: 1 week of paid vacation starting after 1 year of employment
- Holidays: Paid government holidays
- Insurance: Health and dental benefits
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume via email to garrett@millersmarkets.net or apply directly through our website at millersmarkets.net You may also apply in person at our Garrett location.