Department Manager – Franchise

Job title:

Department Manager – Franchise

Company

Loblaw

Job description

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians provides employees a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.At No Frills, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. We have opportunities for hard working, enthusiastic and reliable people just like you.Paul’s Nofrills Ponoka is currently seeking an experienced Meat Department Manager for our store located in Ponoka Alberta. This role is full-time and reports to the Store Manager.We are looking for a strong leader who has a passion for fresh food and who can efficiently oversee the daily operations of the Meat Department in terms of staffing, sales, customer service, merchandising, and product quality.Job Duties and Responsibilities:· Provide supervision to department staff to ensure quality customer service, must be able todelegate, train, develop staff and follow-up.· Maximize sales and gross profit through effective and creative merchandising· Maintain department inventory by placing product orders regularly while adhering to departmental budgets· Recruit, hire, train, and mentor staff members· Create the weekly department work schedule· Cut, trim, debone and prepare standard cuts of meat according to specifications using knives and power tools· Wrap and package prepared meats· Prepare special cuts and orders as per customer requests· Ensure all prepared items are properly labeled, covered and rotated· Present a neat, fresh, and well-merchandised department· Ensure the proper set up of racks, tables, coolers, backroom areas· Handle customer inquiries, requests and complaints in a prompt, polite and effective manner· Keep all equipment clean, well maintained and fully operational· Comply with the Company’s established Health and Safety and Food Safety policies and ensure that staff members are also adhering to these policies· Responsible for ensuring accuracy of store signage with regards to pricing· Liaise with the store manager, department heads and meat department staff to address any concerns, discuss upcoming ads / promotions, cross merchandising, etcSkills and Qualifications:· Previous, relevant meat department experience, preferably in a supervisory capacity· Proven ability to process a variety of meat cuts· Able to lead a team in an enthusiastic and positive manner· Superb customer service skills with a desire to provide customers with a great shopping experience· Exceptional leadership and organizational skills· Outstanding communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills· Knowledge of health and safety legislation, policies and practices· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure· Able to maintain a professional demeanor under stressful situations· Experience in effective merchandising that drives sales· Have experience ordering and maintaining department stock, forecasting and merchandising.· Flexibility to work a variety of hours which include days, evenings, weekends and stat holidaysWork Conditions and Physical Capabilities· Ability to perform physically demanding, repetitive physical tasks for extended periods of time· Job requires manual dexterity, attention to detail, hand-eye co-ordination· Walking and standing for extended periods including bending, twisting, crouching and kneeling at times· Physical ability to stand, lift, and handle up to 50 pounds on a regular basis· Cold environment.. Receiving experienceOur commitment to you:· Competitive wages with starting rates based on experience· Annual bonus incentives· Automatic pay increases based on the number of hours you have worked· Room for advancement – all new opportunities posted internally first· Employee and Family Assistance Program· Comprehensive benefits package for full-time positions including Dental, Extended Health, Vision, Life & Disability insuranceIf you feel that you possess the knowledge, skills and abilities mentioned above then we would love to hear from you!How to apply:Online: Respond to this job ad to apply in confidence directly to the Hiring TeamPlease include a cover letter including your wage expectations & any restrictions for work hoursWe would like to thank everyone for applying, however due to the volume of applications received only those moving forward to the interview process will be contacted.keywords: full time, meat, Leadership, management, supervisor, #readytoworkJob Type: Full-timePay: $40000Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Licence/Certification:

• Canadian citizenship, PR Card or work permit (required)

Work Location: In personOur commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our employees progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our employees, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.NOTE: The Employer noted in this posting is an independently owned corporation (“Franchisee”) which is licensed to use the “No Frills” trademark(s) by Loblaws Inc. Applicants hired by a franchisee will be employees of the franchisee. No employment or similar relationship will be created between the applicant and Loblaws Inc. or its affiliates.

Expected salary

$40000 per year

Location

Ponoka, AB

Job date

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 23:10:12 GMT

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