Job Overview
Compensation
Hourly
Range $24.00 - $32.00
Benefits
health benefits
financial benefits
paid time off benefits
other benefits
Job Description
Sam's Club, a leading membership-only retail warehouse club, is known for delivering quality products, exceptional value, and unbeatable member service. Part of the Walmart family, Sam's Club operates across the United States with a commitment to creating excellent shopping experiences for members while encouraging professional growth and innovation among its associates. The company focuses on operational excellence, teamwork, and community engagement to support both members and employees alike. The new Sam's Club opening in Visalia, California represents an exciting opportunity to join a company with a strong retail legacy and a forward-thinking culture that values leadership, responsibility, and continuous improvement. Sam's Club offers competitive pay, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and development of its associates.
The Meat Department Lead role at Sam's Club Visalia is a pivotal leadership position responsible for driving sales and managing a team of hourly associates to deliver exceptional fresh meat products and services to members. This hands-on role involves leading the meat department from the ground up at a brand new location, making it ideal for candidates passionate about retail leadership and team development in a dynamic environment. The Meat Department Lead will serve not only as a leader but also as the resident expert on meat product knowledge, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards related to quality, food safety, sanitation, and production. A critical aspect of this role is building strong relationships with members by offering expert guidance and superior service in product selection.
This role requires leveraging modern digital tools and handheld technology for planning, forecasting, and inventory management to meet sales targets and enhance member experiences effectively. The leader will champion innovation and technology adoption within their team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. They will also take ownership of the department’s inventory control, ordering processes, and shrink prevention measures, ensuring all equipment and storage systems are maintained for uninterrupted operations. As a talent ambassador, the Meat Department Lead will train, develop, and coach associates to build a skilled and motivated team, fostering career growth and internal talent sourcing.
Sam's Club values integrity, respect for individuals, service to members, and striving for excellence. These values will be fundamental to the Meat Department Lead role as they navigate challenges, embrace change, and lead their team with clarity, confidence, and positivity. The ideal candidate will have experience in meat production or supervising teams along with a passion for delivering high-quality products and an excellent shopping experience. The hourly wage for this position ranges from $24.00 to $32.00, with additional premiums available under certain conditions. Comprehensive health, financial, paid time off, and other benefits are included to support associates’ overall well-being. Join Sam's Club Visalia and be a key player in building a successful new club that members will love, while growing your career in a supportive and rewarding retail environment.
The Meat Department Lead role at Sam's Club Visalia is a pivotal leadership position responsible for driving sales and managing a team of hourly associates to deliver exceptional fresh meat products and services to members. This hands-on role involves leading the meat department from the ground up at a brand new location, making it ideal for candidates passionate about retail leadership and team development in a dynamic environment. The Meat Department Lead will serve not only as a leader but also as the resident expert on meat product knowledge, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards related to quality, food safety, sanitation, and production. A critical aspect of this role is building strong relationships with members by offering expert guidance and superior service in product selection.
This role requires leveraging modern digital tools and handheld technology for planning, forecasting, and inventory management to meet sales targets and enhance member experiences effectively. The leader will champion innovation and technology adoption within their team, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence. They will also take ownership of the department’s inventory control, ordering processes, and shrink prevention measures, ensuring all equipment and storage systems are maintained for uninterrupted operations. As a talent ambassador, the Meat Department Lead will train, develop, and coach associates to build a skilled and motivated team, fostering career growth and internal talent sourcing.
Sam's Club values integrity, respect for individuals, service to members, and striving for excellence. These values will be fundamental to the Meat Department Lead role as they navigate challenges, embrace change, and lead their team with clarity, confidence, and positivity. The ideal candidate will have experience in meat production or supervising teams along with a passion for delivering high-quality products and an excellent shopping experience. The hourly wage for this position ranges from $24.00 to $32.00, with additional premiums available under certain conditions. Comprehensive health, financial, paid time off, and other benefits are included to support associates’ overall well-being. Join Sam's Club Visalia and be a key player in building a successful new club that members will love, while growing your career in a supportive and rewarding retail environment.
Job Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Successfully complete all job required trainings and assessments within a prescribed time period if hired
- 6 months experience in a meat production department or 6 months experience supervising a team
Job Qualifications
- 6 months experience in a meat production department or 6 months experience supervising a team
- Meat processing including boneless and bone-in products
- Supervising associates
- Food Handler Certification (Food Safety) - Certification
Job Duties
- Lead and inspire a team of associates in your area to execute the business plan and deliver exceptional member experiences
- Set clear goals, expectations, and standards for quality, production, and member service
- Advocate for the member, the associate, and the company every day
- Partner with cross functional team leaders to deliver a seamless total club experience
- Maintain deep knowledge of fresh operations on the floor and in the backroom, including product specifications, seasonality, and production expectations
- Ensure your area meets company and regulatory standards for quality, inventory, equipment usage, production, food safety, sanitation, and compliance
- Train and upskill your team on processes, recipes/specs (as applicable), safe handling, and consistent execution
- Use digital tools and handheld technology to plan, forecast, and drive sales, improve the shopping experience, and elevate associate engagement
- Drive business results while maintaining a neat, clean, and safe work area for the team and the members
- Own inventory, ordering, audits, and compliance standards while identifying shrink and preventing loss
- Produce, merchandise, and display product according to the merchandise layout plan, with consistency in standards and presentation
- Teach, train, and develop associates by identifying training needs and building the skills required to deliver high quality products and service
- Encourage career growth for team members and help source talent internally and externally to build a strong bench
Job Criteria
Experience
No experience required
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