MEAT/ASST DEPT LEADER

Smith's Food and Drug, headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a leading grocery store chain that merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Since then, Smith's has grown to proudly serve customers through over 140 stores across Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho, and Wyoming. As part of the Kroger family of companies, Smith’s is dedicated to creating exceptional customer experiences by fostering diverse teams passionate about food and customer service, with the guiding purpose to Feed the Human Spirit. Smith's emphasizes innovation, exceptional quality, and community engagement while promoting values such as respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

At Smith's, people matter deeply. This commitment extends not only to customers but also to associates, ensuring a supportive work environment rich with opportunities for personal and professional growth. The company offers diverse career pathways, comprehensive benefits, and industry-leading training programs designed to cultivate talent and nurture a fulfilling workplace experience. Whether looking for a part-time role or a full-time career, Smith’s aims to empower every individual to build a unique recipe for success in both work and life.

This role focuses specifically on managing the Meat Department, a crucial segment that contributes significantly to the store's overall sales and customer satisfaction. As a Meat Department Manager, the individual will assume responsibility for creating an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service and leadership. This includes maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment that encourages customers to return repeatedly. The manager will oversee all functions, duties, and activities related to the Meat Department, ensuring compliance with quality assurance standards and achieving the department’s sales and profit goals.

Key duties include supervising and developing a team of associates, promoting respect and trust among the workforce, and facilitating positive communication to meet departmental performance targets. The role demands hands-on involvement in scheduling, training, inventory control, merchandising, pricing, and implementing promotional activities in partnership with store management. Additionally, the manager will ensure adherence to food safety protocols, company policies, and relevant local, state, and federal regulations.

The Meat Department Manager is also tasked with operational planning, budgeting, and taking action on financial reports to optimize department profitability. A focus on quality involves inspecting products for freshness and safety while creating an environment where associates and customers alike feel valued and informed. The ideal candidate must be adept at handling stressful situations, possess excellent communication skills, and exhibit strong leadership qualities that align with Smith’s core values.

Smith’s Food and Drug offers a supportive and rewarding working environment with flexible scheduling options in full- and part-time roles. Associates benefit from extensive healthcare coverage, paid time off, emotional and financial support programs, tuition reimbursement, associate discounts, and a wealth of development opportunities. Joining Smith’s means becoming part of a mission-driven company dedicated to customer satisfaction, community well-being, and associate growth. If you have a passion for food, people, and leadership, this role presents an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact and advance your career with a trusted and well-established retailer.