Assistant Department Manager, Produce

pfg; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Get paid every Friday

Team member discounts

Benefits & pension eligibility

Wellness program

Job summary

Save-On-Foods in Burnaby, BC is hiring an Assistant Department Manager, Produce for 40 hours per week. The role involves leading a team, coaching staff, and ensuring Always Customer First service.

Applicants should have retail or customer service experience, Food Safe Certification, and a strong work ethic with integrity to Go the Extra Mile.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience is an asset.
• Food Safe Certification is required/preferred.
• Passion for great food and outstanding customer service.
• Strong work ethic and proactive attitude.
• Integrity and willingness to go the extra mile.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team as coach, mentor and resource to staff.
• Foster a customer-first service culture and positive work environment.
• Develop, train and recognize team performance; identify future leaders.
• Communicate important messages to the team and supervise daily operations.
• Use local knowledge to drive entrepreneurial strategies and stock planning.

Job description

With over 185 stores and nearly 22,000 team members, Save-On-Foods is Western Canada's largest grocery retail company and a great place to grow your career. Committed to its core values of service, people, innovation, fun and integrity, Save-On-Foods is known for its World Class Team that goes the extra mile for its customers, team members, and communities. A division of Pattison Food Group Ltd., Save-On-Foods is B.C.'s Most Loved Brand and certified a Great Place to Work.

We are hiring for an Assistant Department Manager, Produce at our Madison Centre Save-On-Foods location in Burnaby, BC.

The successful candidate must have open availability and be available for 40 hours per week.

You will be responsible for:

• Assisting with leading a team, acting as a coach, mentor, and resource to team members.
• Fostering a positive environment that is focused on Always Customer First service.
• Engaging and retaining team members through training and development, performance management, rewards/recognition and the identification and development of future leaders.
• Communicating important messages with the team.
• Using knowledge of the community, competitive environment, and industry to develop entrepreneurial strategies to grow the business.
• Taking count of the correct amount of stock.

You have:

• Previous retail or customer service experience (considered an asset).
• Food Safe Certification.
• A passion for great food and providing outstanding customer service.
• A strong work ethic and "let's get it done" attitude.
• Integrity, enthusiasm, and willingness to Go the Extra Mile.

Here are some of the perks we offer:

• Get paid every Friday!
• Exclusive team member offers and discounts.
• Benefits & pension eligibility.
• Wellness and team member assistance program.
• Educational reimbursement & scholarship opportunities.
• Opportunities to learn and grow.

Compensation Details:

$19.25 - $22.60 The compensation offered for this position will take into consideration location, education, skills, experience, and other factors.