Entry Level Meat Manager Jobs
New grad meat manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where hands-on butcher training or a deli internship can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Retail, with employers like Hy-Vee, Safeway, and Albertsons hiring at this level now.
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Are you ready to grow your leadership career in an environment focused on quality, consistency, and service? Join us as a Meat Department Manager, where operational standards, food safety, and customer experience work together to support store success.
At Albertsons Companies, we seek leaders who lead through clear expectations, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will manage daily Meat Department operations, contribute to sales and profitability, and ensure consistent adherence to freshness, food safety, and merchandising standards. This position operates in a fast‑paced retail environment where effective planning, follow‑through, and leadership directly influence department performance.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well‑being depends on consistent execution and reliable results. Bring your experience with food production, merchandising, and team oversight to a role where success is measured through product quality, operational readiness, and customer satisfaction.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage daily Meat Department operations to meet service, quality, and financial expectations
- Maintain a professional, customer‑focused environment and respond to customer inquiries and special orders
- Plan and coordinate daily production activities including preparation, packaging, stocking, and merchandising
- Ensure displays are stocked, rotated, labeled, and maintained to company standards
- Implement promotional and seasonal programs as scheduled
- Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, temperature, and regulatory requirements
- Review production results and adjust activities to support yield and profitability goals
- Manage ordering, inventory levels, shrink, reclamation, and departmental expenses
- Maintain clean, safe work areas including preparation rooms, coolers, freezers, display cases, and equipment
- Schedule, train, coach, and oversee associates to ensure coverage and performance expectations
- Complete and maintain required documentation including logs, reports, and audits
WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:
Soft skills:
- Clear communication and expectation‑setting
- Consistent, objective decision‑making
- Strong organization and follow‑through
- Ability to lead teams in a structured, time‑sensitive environment
Competencies:
- Meat department production and merchandising execution
- Inventory management, ordering, and shrink control
- Labor planning, scheduling, and performance management
- Food safety, sanitation, and compliance execution
Knowledge:
- Meat handling, storage, rotation, and labeling standards
- Food safety and temperature‑control requirements
- Store systems, ordering platforms, and department documentation
Abilities:
- Ability to review sales, labor, inventory, and production data
- Ability to train and direct associates across department functions
- Ability to operate department tools and equipment following company guidelines
- Ability to lift, move, and handle product and work in cooler and freezer environments
- Travel requirements: None
- Other requirements: Flexible availability including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays; reliable attendance; compliance with company safety standards, food safety guidelines, grooming standards, and the Code of Business Conduct
WE ALSO PROVIDE A VARIETY OF BENEFITS INCLUDING:
- Competitive wages paid weekly
- Associate discounts
- Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
OUR VALUES – Click to view video: ACI Values
A copy of the full job description can be made available to you.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
INTRODUCTION
Are you ready to grow your leadership career in an environment focused on quality, consistency, and service? Join us as a Meat Department Manager, where operational standards, food safety, and customer experience work together to support store success.
At Albertsons Companies, we seek leaders who lead through clear expectations, disciplined execution, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will manage daily Meat Department operations, contribute to sales and profitability, and ensure consistent adherence to freshness, food safety, and merchandising standards. This position operates in a fast‑paced retail environment where effective planning, follow‑through, and leadership directly influence department performance.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well‑being depends on consistent execution and reliable results. Bring your experience with food production, merchandising, and team oversight to a role where success is measured through product quality, operational readiness, and customer satisfaction.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage daily Meat Department operations to meet service, quality, and financial expectations
- Maintain a professional, customer‑focused environment and respond to customer inquiries and special orders
- Plan and coordinate daily production activities including preparation, packaging, stocking, and merchandising
- Ensure displays are stocked, rotated, labeled, and maintained to company standards
- Implement promotional and seasonal programs as scheduled
- Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, temperature, and regulatory requirements
- Review production results and adjust activities to support yield and profitability goals
- Manage ordering, inventory levels, shrink, reclamation, and departmental expenses
- Maintain clean, safe work areas including preparation rooms, coolers, freezers, display cases, and equipment
- Schedule, train, coach, and oversee associates to ensure coverage and performance expectations
- Complete and maintain required documentation including logs, reports, and audits
WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO POSSESS THE FOLLOWING:
Soft skills:
- Clear communication and expectation‑setting
- Consistent, objective decision‑making
- Strong organization and follow‑through
- Ability to lead teams in a structured, time‑sensitive environment
Competencies:
- Meat department production and merchandising execution
- Inventory management, ordering, and shrink control
- Labor planning, scheduling, and performance management
- Food safety, sanitation, and compliance execution
Knowledge:
- Meat handling, storage, rotation, and labeling standards
- Food safety and temperature‑control requirements
- Store systems, ordering platforms, and department documentation
Abilities:
- Ability to review sales, labor, inventory, and production data
- Ability to train and direct associates across department functions
- Ability to operate department tools and equipment following company guidelines
- Ability to lift, move, and handle product and work in cooler and freezer environments
- Travel requirements: None
- Other requirements: Flexible availability including early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays; reliable attendance; compliance with company safety standards, food safety guidelines, grooming standards, and the Code of Business Conduct
WE ALSO PROVIDE A VARIETY OF BENEFITS INCLUDING:
- Competitive wages paid weekly
- Associate discounts
- Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
- Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
- Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
- An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve
OUR VALUES – Click to view video: ACI Values
A copy of the full job description can be made available to you.
Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!
Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.
Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success.
Bring your flavor
Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.
Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer
This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 1-888-255-2269(option #4).
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Entry Level Meat Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level meat manager job?
Start by gaining hands-on experience through a deli counter role, butcher apprenticeship, or grocery department internship, since most employers at this level value practical cutting and merchandising skills over a long work history. Highlight any food safety certifications, knowledge of meat grading, or experience with inventory in your resume. Applying to grocery chains, warehouse clubs, and specialty butcher shops tends to yield the most entry level openings.
Which companies hire entry level meat managers?
Companies hiring entry level meat managers right now include Hy-Vee, Safeway, and Albertsons, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, regional grocery chains, big-box retailers with full-service meat departments, and independent butcher shops are among the most active employers, as they frequently develop junior candidates into department leads through on-the-job training.
Are there remote entry level meat manager jobs?
Yes, though most positions in this hands-on field are on-site. About 0% of entry level meat manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those roles typically involve inventory coordination, purchasing support, or vendor communication rather than floor or cutting duties. If location flexibility is a priority, filtering for hybrid openings is a practical starting point.
Are these new grad meat manager jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates, candidates with zero to two years of experience, or applicants coming from culinary programs, food science degrees, or vocational training. A new grad posting at this level typically accepts internship hours, school-based butchery work, or a portfolio of food handling certifications in place of full professional experience.
Which industries hire the most entry level meat managers?
Entry Level meat manager roles concentrate in Retail, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most hiring at this level because they operate high-volume meat departments that need trained junior staff to maintain product quality, support compliance with food safety standards, and assist senior managers during peak demand periods.