Kroger · 1 day ago
MEAT/DEPT LEADER
47650 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI, 48374, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelKroger is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states. The Meat/Dept Leader is responsible for planning, organizing, training, and directing Meat department associates while maximizing store sales and profits.
GroceryMarketingMeat and PoultryRetailRetail Technology
Responsibilities
Develop maximum customer relations through friendliness and courtesy and implementation of all company policies. Be alert and assist in store security. Be perceptive and handle customer complaints
Keep department temperature logs accurately updated and maintained. Train and follow up with Meat department associates on temperature logs to guarantee accurately recorded temperatures
Perform and direct others in pricing and displaying of merchandise. Maintain proper signage, product rotation, freshness, quantity, quality and proper space allocation for merchandise
Provide input on department budgets, goals and results
Train and develop all Meat department employees, insuring that proper emphasis on customer courtesy and productivity is developed and that the technical skills learned are properly utilized
Implement company programs and adhere to company policies and procedures, particularly in the area of maintenance of a work environment free of unlawful harassment or discrimination
Make recommendations regarding the hiring, firing, disciplining, demoting, transferring and evaluating of all meat department associates
Demonstrate the ability and desire to promote, communicate and implement company initiatives and process improvements to direct reports in a positive manner
Demonstrate aptitude to manage people and organize workloads
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment
Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues
Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults
Ability to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment
Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner
Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information
Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues
Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults
Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Qualification
Required
Willing to work weekends and holidays
Effective written and oral communication skills
Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly
Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers
Possess abilities and skills for effective production, merchandising, and customer services related to preparation and sale of products
Understanding of all key components of department operations
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, safety, and food handling
Preferred
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to employment practices, safety, food handling
Meat work experience or similar experience in food preparation
Past work record reflects dependability and integrity
Benefits
A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.
Company
Kroger
Kroger is a grocery retail store that provides a wide variety of product for customers and community.
Founded in 1883
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown1984-09-28IPO
Leadership Team
Ronald Sargent
Interim Chief Executive Officer
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