Meat Manager (Full-Time) - Deer Park- Central Alberta Co-op

Join our Team at Deer Food Store!

Do you thrive in leadership roles and excel at delivering exceptional customer service? If so, Deer Park Food Store in Red Deer has an exciting opportunity for you! We're currently seeking a skilled and motivated Meat Manager to join our team and help drive excellence in our meat department.

Position: Meat Manager

Full-time: 40 hours per week. Eligible for benefits after 3 months. If you are relocating from another province, please ensure you have AB Health coverage to be covered by our plan provider.

Availability: Weekdays and evenings.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall operations of the meat department,

• Ensure adherence to the department budget,

• Oversee inventory control, ordering and receiving for the department,

• Ensure the meat department is appropriately merchandised including accurate tagging and pricing, 

• Maintain excellent customer service by tracking, monitoring and following up with customer concerns, 

• Participate in recruitment, training, development and performance management of all team members in the department, 

• Ensure proper preparation of promotions and displays are completed, 

• Provide strong leadership and support to team members within the department,

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the store manager.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or an acceptable combination of education and experience, 

• Meat Cutting Certificate or two (2) years of meat cutting, 

• Three (3) years retail supervisory experience, 

• Business related education would be an asset,

• Experience in managing business initiatives including analysis of financial results, 

• Previous experience in leading a meat department is considered an asset, 

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; some heavy lifting is required.

Total Rewards

At Central Alberta Co-op, we value our team members and are committed to their well-being and success. As part of our dedication to providing a supportive working environment, we offer a range of Total Rewards:

• Loyalty Discount Program: Enjoy discounts on merchandise as a token of appreciation for your dedication.

• Employee and Family Assistance Program: Access confidential counseling, resources, and support services for you and your family.

• Team Member Volunteer Program: Get involved in community initiatives and make a positive impact through volunteer opportunities.

• Long Term Service Awards: Recognize and celebrate milestones in your career with us.

• Leadership Development Program: Take advantage of growth opportunities and advance your career within our organization. Select the link for more information: 

https://www.centralalbertaco-op.crs/sites/centralalberta/local/detail/leadership-development-program 

Central Alberta Co-op is proud to uphold our Brand Values of Integrity, Responsibility, and Community. We offer competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan based on employment status. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, grow and develop, and foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.  As a COR certified organization, we are dedicated in providing our team members and customers with a safe working and shopping environment.

If this opportunity speaks to you and you believe you would be a good fit for this role, please apply now!

How to Apply

If you're ready to join our team and deliver exceptional service to our customers, please submit your resume online, along with three references and a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and availability.

Application Deadline

This posting will remain open until filled.

Important Note

Successful candidates must provide their Social Insurance Number before their first shift.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team. However, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.