Meat Manager

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.