Full-Time

Processed Meat Manager

Posted on 8/18/2026

Deadline 8/12/27
Festival Foods

Festival Foods

1,001-5,000 employees

Wisconsin grocer delivering community-focused service

No salary listed

Holmen, WI, USA

In Person

Category
Retail (1)
Required Skills
Inventory Management

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Requirements
  • High school education or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • A Wisconsin Certified Food Manager License; Festival Foods will reimburse the associate if obtained while employed.
  • Ability to lead, coach, and motivate others.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of technology and computer use.
  • Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with guests and associates.
  • Knowledge and understanding of safety requirements and company safety policies.
  • Ability to apply on-the-job safety training to recognize and react to possible safety hazards on store premises.
  • Ability to stand in place for long periods, walk the store, and regularly bend, stoop, and kneel.
  • Fine-finger and broad manual dexterity, eye-hand-foot coordination, and full upper-body range of motion to operate equipment and occasionally lift stock.
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks for prolonged periods.
  • Functional sensory abilities to visually monitor the store, create attractive displays, and operate equipment.
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 60 pounds.
  • Ability to work in conditions with occasional exposure to extreme temperatures.
  • Availability to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Responsibilities
  • Lead the processed-meats area by overseeing stocking, rotation, and merchandising of sliced deli meats, snack sticks, and other pre-packaged proteins.
  • Check product dates and packaging to meet safety standards and maintain product quality and freshness.
  • Create organized and appealing displays using store plans, end caps, and designated product placement.
  • Support and guide the team by setting clear expectations, reinforcing performance standards, and helping team members grow.
  • Support Meat Department associates in the absence of the Meat Department Manager.
  • Answer guest questions and recommend options for lunches, dinners, and grilling.
  • Manage inventory and maintain accurate pricing and product labeling.
  • Keep the backroom, cases, and sales floor clean and sanitized to support food safety.
  • Ensure product availability and full displays by 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. daily.

Festival Foods is a Wisconsin-based grocer with 40+ full-service supermarkets. It provides groceries and everyday essentials with a focus on strong customer service and value, supported by extensive associate benefits and programs that aim to empower staff. The stores stock a wide range of products in a traditional grocery format, including fresh departments, household items, and personal care, and they emphasize community involvement in their operations. Unlike many competitors, Festival Foods differentiates itself through its commitment to giving back to Wisconsin communities and treating guests and associates as top priorities. The company’s goal is to serve Wisconsin communities with reliable, friendly service and good value while supporting its employees and local programs.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

De Pere, Wisconsin

Founded

1946

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What believers are saying

  • 1939 Group expanded to 164 stores and 19,000 workers, strengthening purchasing power.
  • Schnucks said Festival Foods will keep current brands, staff, wages, and benefits.
  • The 2025 closure removed succession uncertainty and gave Festival Foods a deeper capital backer.

What critics are saying

  • The February 2026 FLSA collective action targets overtime misclassification across Wisconsin department managers.
  • Todd Schnuck replaced Mark Skogen in October 2025, risking culture loss and store-level disruption.
  • A 1939 Group integration failure could erase Festival Foods' local identity and drive customer defections.

What makes Festival Foods unique

  • Festival Foods kept all 42 Wisconsin stores and headquarters after the October 2025 Schnucks deal.
  • Its community-giving brand and local banners survived the 1939 Group takeover.
  • The chain still serves 8,000 employees under separate sister-company operations.

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Benefits

Employee Discounts

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Company News

Insight on Business
Sep 16th, 2025
Schnuck Markets Acquires Festival Foods

Schnuck Markets, Inc. has acquired 100% of the shares of Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers, Inc. through the 1939 Group, Inc., owned by the Schnuck family. The acquisition includes shares from CEO Mark Skogen and the Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The 1939 Group will maintain the existing store banners and corporate headquarters, with Todd Schnuck as Chairman and CEO. The transaction is expected to close in October, subject to customary approvals.