Harvest Market Assistant Butcher Shop Mgr at Niemann Foods – Ann Arbor, Michigan

SUMMARY

The Assistant Butcher Shop Manager assists the Butcher Shop Manager with supervising department operations including but not limited to maximizing gross margins, promoting sales, controlling inventory and expenses. The Assistant Butcher Shop Manager's responsibilities are assisting the Butcher Shop Manager cover the overall operation and success of the butcher shop, gaining product knowledge and working in a safe manner while fostering the Niemann Harvest Market culture

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction
• Learns and uses the three E's: Engagement, Educate, Empowerment
Assists the Butcher Shop Manager in developing, implementing and coordinating aggressive and creative merchandising plans which maximize sales and varietyAssists with production, stocking and display buildingAssists the Butcher Shop Manager in supervising the butcher shop associates to ensure efficient labor utilization and effectiveness in meeting department objectivesResponsible for assisting the Butcher Shop Manager in receiving, invoicing, pricing, shrink control and inventory to ensure proper product control and that gross profit goals are metSupervises department safety and sanitation programsResponsible for pulling the meat cases by color, quality and datesPerforms Butcher Shop Manager duties as needed or assignedTeaches, trains, and develops other AssociatesPromotes and supports established programsFollows all Health Code guidelinesFollows safety policies and procedures; is a safety role modelOther duties as assigned

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Passion/purpose
• Foodie/farmer
• Thirst for knowledge/curious/inquisitive
• People enthusiast/outgoing
• Genuine
• Good communicator/desire to share
• Trendy/fun
• Honest
• Techie
Leadership SkillsAbility to prioritize and multi taskDetailed OrientedAbility to work in a fast paced environmentProblem solving skillsAdaptabilityHigh energy levelDesire to move up within department

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists with supervising Associates in the Butcher Shop in the absence of the Butcher Shop Manager. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
• One to three months related experience and/or training;
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Write routine reports and correspondence.
• Speak effectively before groups of customers or Associates of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with Supermarket math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), percentages, distribution, penetration, gross profit, and Sales Per Associate Hour

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Food Handler's Certification as required by State Law provided at store level

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

• Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel
• Safety cutter
• Apron
• Pallet jack
• Ladder
• Stepladder
Uniform per store policyAssociates may be required to use standard meat equipment including, but not limited to,SawsKnivesSlicersGrindersMeat wrapper

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

StandWalkUse hands to finger, handle, or feelReach with hands and armsCommunicate with Associates and customersLift and/or move up to 25 poundsFrequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)StoopKneelCrouchLift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

SitClimbBalanceOverhead liftingTaste or SmellCrawlLift and/or move up to 100 poundsVisionCloseDistanceAbility to adjust focusAbility to distinguish colorsPeripheralDepth perception

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regularly

Wet or humid conditionsWork near moving mechanical parts

Occasionally

Extreme coldRisk of electrical shockToxic or caustic chemicals

NOISE LEVEL

Regularly

Moderate

PAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)

$18 up to $22/hour

BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time/part-time status)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• MI Earned Sick Time (ESTA)
• Retirement Plans
• Employee Assistance Program

**Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.

**Position requirements may vary by store location