Meat Manager Jobs
Meat Manager jobs are open across grocery retail, wholesale clubs, specialty butcher shops, and food service distributors, from department lead to senior meat manager, with specializations in inventory control, case merchandising, and fresh-cut production. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Requisition: 565365
Address: USA-ME-Falmouth-65 Gray Road
Store Code: Store 08222 Meat (5151911)
Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine way back in 1883, and is still connected to those early roots as a local market. Hannaford actively seeks out farmers and producers to join our Local program which celebrates not only local foods, but the preservation of farmland, local traditions and local jobs. The connection we have to the source of our fresh foods is core to the way we do business, becoming the first major supermarket in the United States to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Observe and follow all company policies and established standard practices.
- In the absence of the department manager, manage the department operations in accordance with established department standard practices.
- Maintain a neat, well groomed personal appearance at all times and comply with company's personal appearance policy.
- Actively recognize associates who deliver great service and coach associates to expectations when necessary.
- Understand and use company tools such as; financial reports, scheduling, productivity, ordering, and business information systems.
- Maintain solid communication in the department, with the store manager, and throughout the organization.
- Maintain merchandising techniques and layouts consistent with company standards.
- Maintain department compliance with pricing and coding policy.
- Work within our company's management planning (MPP) guidelines to maintain productivity.
- Support company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs or maintenance work needed. Keep work area free from debris and safety hazards.
- Develop product knowledge in all areas of meat department, including product preparation.
- Have total understanding of department's Standard Practice manual.
- Ensure the proper training of all meat associates.
- Ensure and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards.
- Maintain the quality of department's appearance and presentation.
- Treat all associates with fairness, dignity, and respect. Provide recognition of accomplishments and offer feedback when necessary.
- Perform all special projects and duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to lead and direct others.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
- Good interpersonal skills and desire to work in a team environment.
- Must meet minimum age requirements to comply with company policy.
- Effective communication and customer service skills.
Physical Requirements
- Lift cases or packages of meat products weighing 1-40 lb. frequently and 100 lb. on occasion.
- Meet established volume activity standards.
- Stand or walk 100% of the time while working in temperatures of 45 degrees F the majority of the time.
- Perform repetitive grasping, twisting, reaching and hand/arm motions as the product is identified, wrapped, priced and weighed.
- Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning and packaging materials and meat products.
- Use hands continuously to feel objects, and use tools and equipment to cut and prepare meat products.
- Frequent bending.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Role model outstanding, friendly customer service and use skills and knowledge to offer solutions that meet or exceed customers' expectations.
- Direct work flow of meat cutters and meat clerks.
- Ensure product produced meets company standards.
- Oversee the cutting room, cooler organization, and rotation of all products.
- Process administrative paperwork and maintain accurate department records.
- Order and maintain inventory control in order to maximize sales and limit shrink issues.
- Use good judgment in the delegation, assignment, and follow up required for efficient performance of the department.
- Maintain effectiveness of department's staffing, scheduling, and financial results.
- Perform meat cutter functions.
- Wash, rinse, and sanitize equipment as outlined by company practices.
- Supervise performance of all duties and responsibilities of meat associates.
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
Salary range is between $ 21.75 - $31.60 Hrly
Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Requisition: 565365
Address: USA-ME-Falmouth-65 Gray Road
Store Code: Store 08222 Meat (5151911)
Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine way back in 1883, and is still connected to those early roots as a local market. Hannaford actively seeks out farmers and producers to join our Local program which celebrates not only local foods, but the preservation of farmland, local traditions and local jobs. The connection we have to the source of our fresh foods is core to the way we do business, becoming the first major supermarket in the United States to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Observe and follow all company policies and established standard practices.
- In the absence of the department manager, manage the department operations in accordance with established department standard practices.
- Maintain a neat, well groomed personal appearance at all times and comply with company's personal appearance policy.
- Actively recognize associates who deliver great service and coach associates to expectations when necessary.
- Understand and use company tools such as; financial reports, scheduling, productivity, ordering, and business information systems.
- Maintain solid communication in the department, with the store manager, and throughout the organization.
- Maintain merchandising techniques and layouts consistent with company standards.
- Maintain department compliance with pricing and coding policy.
- Work within our company's management planning (MPP) guidelines to maintain productivity.
- Support company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs or maintenance work needed. Keep work area free from debris and safety hazards.
- Develop product knowledge in all areas of meat department, including product preparation.
- Have total understanding of department's Standard Practice manual.
- Ensure the proper training of all meat associates.
- Ensure and maintain company sanitation and food safety standards.
- Maintain the quality of department's appearance and presentation.
- Treat all associates with fairness, dignity, and respect. Provide recognition of accomplishments and offer feedback when necessary.
- Perform all special projects and duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to lead and direct others.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job.
- Good interpersonal skills and desire to work in a team environment.
- Must meet minimum age requirements to comply with company policy.
- Effective communication and customer service skills.
Physical Requirements
- Lift cases or packages of meat products weighing 1-40 lb. frequently and 100 lb. on occasion.
- Meet established volume activity standards.
- Stand or walk 100% of the time while working in temperatures of 45 degrees F the majority of the time.
- Perform repetitive grasping, twisting, reaching and hand/arm motions as the product is identified, wrapped, priced and weighed.
- Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning and packaging materials and meat products.
- Use hands continuously to feel objects, and use tools and equipment to cut and prepare meat products.
- Frequent bending.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
- Role model outstanding, friendly customer service and use skills and knowledge to offer solutions that meet or exceed customers' expectations.
- Direct work flow of meat cutters and meat clerks.
- Ensure product produced meets company standards.
- Oversee the cutting room, cooler organization, and rotation of all products.
- Process administrative paperwork and maintain accurate department records.
- Order and maintain inventory control in order to maximize sales and limit shrink issues.
- Use good judgment in the delegation, assignment, and follow up required for efficient performance of the department.
- Maintain effectiveness of department's staffing, scheduling, and financial results.
- Perform meat cutter functions.
- Wash, rinse, and sanitize equipment as outlined by company practices.
- Supervise performance of all duties and responsibilities of meat associates.
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
Salary range is between $ 21.75 - $31.60 Hrly
Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
- Hannaford26
- Whole Foods Market18
- Hy-Vee10
- Coborn's9
- The GIANT Company5
Top Industries Hiring
- Retail
- Distribution & Wholesale
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in meat manager jobs.
- 2 or more years of meat department supervision or lead experience
- ServSafe Manager certification or equivalent food safety credential
- Proficiency in ordering, receiving, and inventory control for perishable goods
- Ability to operate and maintain meat cutting equipment including band saws and grinders
- Knowledge of HACCP guidelines and proper cold-chain handling procedures
- High school diploma or GED with preference for vocational or culinary coursework
Tips for Your Meat Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume for meat departments
Highlight department-specific metrics like shrink percentages, weekly sales volume, and case fill rates. Hiring managers in grocery and wholesale retail want to see that you managed a perishable department, not just that you worked in a store.
List your food safety certifications upfront
ServSafe Manager certification and any state-required food handler credentials belong near the top of your resume, not buried in an appendix. Many meat manager postings screen on these before reading anything else.
Target openings by banner, not just company name
Large grocery chains operate multiple banners under one parent company. Search the banner name you want to work for, not only the parent. A role at one banner often has different culture, pay scales, and union status than its sibling banner.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists meat manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for a working interview in the case
Some grocery and butcher shop employers ask finalists to do a brief hands-on demonstration: cutting, wrapping, or setting a case to department standards. Bring your own knife roll if you have one and confirm dress code in advance.
Negotiate scheduling terms alongside pay
Meat departments run early morning and weekend shifts that differ significantly across employers. Before accepting an offer, confirm split days off, holiday rotation, and overtime expectations in writing so there are no surprises after your first week.
Meat Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most meat managers?
Hannaford, Whole Foods Market, and Hy-Vee are hiring the most meat managers right now, with openings concentrated in New Hampshire, Maine, and Wisconsin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest at full-service grocery chains and wholesale club formats that maintain staffed meat counters.
How many meat manager jobs are remote?
About 0% of meat manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of overseeing a physical meat department. The sub-roles most likely to allow remote work are district-level meat supervisors and corporate merchandising or procurement specialists who oversee multiple store locations.
How do you become a meat manager?
Most meat managers start as meat clerks or apprentice cutters, learning portioning, wrapping, and case setup under a senior cutter. From there, you build toward journeyman cutter status, earn a ServSafe Manager certification, and take on ordering and scheduling responsibilities. Demonstrating consistent shrink control and the ability to train junior staff is typically what moves a cutter into a manager role.
Can you get hired as a meat manager without much experience?
Some employers will hire candidates with limited direct meat department experience if they have a strong background in perishables management, such as deli or seafood, combined with solid food safety credentials. Smaller independent grocery stores and specialty butcher shops are more likely to train the right candidate than large chain retailers, which usually require prior meat department lead experience.
What does the meat manager interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen focused on your food safety knowledge and department supervision experience. A store or department manager then conducts an in-person interview covering shrink management, ordering practices, and how you handle scheduling conflicts. Some operations add a practical component where you walk the meat case with the interviewer and talk through how you would evaluate its current condition.
Where can I find and apply to meat manager jobs?
You can find and apply to meat manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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