- 3+ years of experience in butcher shop operation and management
- Extensive knowledge of butchery skills
- History of meeting financial objectives, company standards, and targets as a team leader
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Able to work independently and within teams
- A passion for leading and developing others
- Effective critical thinking and conflict resolution skills
- Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment during peak food‑retail hours (evenings, weekends, holidays)
- Proficiency in Google Suite and the ability to quickly learn new computer programs
- Ability to work in‑office and travel to locations across Alberta
- Willingness and enthusiasm for continuous learning and development
- Astute Business Acumen: capability of growing and effectively managing an operational business unit
- Ambition: self‑motivated and disciplined to achieve personal and professional success
- Brand Ambassadorship: passion for delivering the Freson Bros. brand to all stakeholders
Role & Responsibilities
- Maintain and monitor company‑wide Meat programs and procedures
- Manage the sourcing, purchasing and logistics of meat and seafood products
- Build and maintain relationships with existing and potential vendors
- Assist Director, Meat & Seafood on new product initiatives
- Provide Meat Management teams support to:
- Achieve weekly, segment, and yearly targets (sales, budget, productivity, etc.)
- Manage day‑to‑day operations
- Resolve inventory and operational issues promptly
- Acquire and train new Meat Team Members
- Implement product recall procedures
- Create and monitor merchandising initiatives including planograms and merchandising programs
- Ensure regular visitation to store locations to provide assistance and ensure compliance with operational standards & procedures
- Report directly to the Director, Meat & Seafood
Position Type: Full Time, Permanent
Work Environment: In‑Person, Stony Plain Operations Office
Travel: 40% (company vehicle provided and expenses covered)
Salary Range: $55,000 – $60,000 annually
Performance‑based bonus structure
Group Benefits plan for all Full‑Time Team Members
Team Member Grocery Discount Program
Team Member Lunch Program
Endless career development and training opportunities
Become a Team Member!
If you’re the individual we are looking for, we invite you to submit your resume with a cover letter explaining your interest in this role.