Retail Operations Manager
📋 Role Overview & Responsibilities
Job Summary
Oversees the day-to-day operations of Bucky's Varsity Meats, the retail meat store for the Meat Science & Animal Biologics Discovery program at UW-Madison. Training and leading student staff will be essential to this position.
This manager position will be focused on managing inventory of raw materials, retail products and other supplies. They will also be focused on managing supply orders, tracking income and expenses, and issuing invoices. They will also be involved in product development for new retail products and scheduling/managing the sensory lab operations. They will also ensure good customer relations and maintaining the store quality and integrity.
Responsibilities: Manages the daily operations and/or staff of a retail facility, ensuring a high level of customer service to attract and retain customers.
20% Supervises, trains, and/or directs daily operations of staff and a retail facility to adhere to established standards25% Operates and monitors cash handling equipment and related functions; and performs routine financial management activities25% Audits and maintains retail inventory and completes orders for new products when necessary10% Provides, monitors, and evaluates customer service of retail staff and engages guests by providing information and resolving customer issues and concerns5% Perform routine and non-routine fabrication of fresh whole-muscle cuts and production of processed meats, both ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat.5% Leads and provides exceptional customer service behind our full-service butcher case including product recommendations, cooking preparation techniques, and helpful information about our animals and mission.5% Opening the store for morning coffee service and breakfast prep.5% Offer input and feedback into the implementation of new products, promotions, and events.
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Education
Preferred
Associate's Degree
Qualifications
Required
ServSafe Food Preparation Manager Certificate2 years experience in retail/customer-facing environment2 years meat fabrication/processing and/or food production experienceExperience with point of sale systemsExperience with inventory systems and management of perishable productsGood organization skills (Examples may include-Time Management, Communication, Setting Goals, Delegation, Working Under Pressure, Self-motivation, Analytical Thinking, Other relevant examples)Experience working with students
Work Schedule
This position will be required to work 40 hours per week with the intended schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:30am - 4:30pm. Hours will be flexible in order to ensure operational needs are met, and some weekend work may be required.
Work Type
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary
Minimum $25.00 HOURLY
Depending On Qualifications
Additional Information
The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) is committed to maintaining and growing a culture that embraces diversity, inclusion, and equity, believing that these values are foundational elements of our excellence and fundamental components of a positive and enriching learning and working environment for all students, faculty, and staff. At CALS, we acknowledge that bias, prejudice, racism and hate have historically occurred in many forms that cause significant and lasting harm to members of our community. We commit to taking actions each day toward a college that is inclusive and welcoming to all.
How to Apply
Please click "Apply Now" to start the application process. You will be required to submit a resume and cover letter for consideration. Your cover letter should highlight your experience and skills as they relate to the listed qualifications for maximum consideration.
Contact
Andrew Vaudt
vaudt@wisc.edu
608-890-4760
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title
Retail Operations Manager(DS021)
Department(s):
A07-COL OF AG & LIFE SCIENCES/ANIMAL & DAIRY SCIENCES
Employment Class
University Staff-Ongoing
Job Number
293974-CP
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