Assistant Department Manager, Produce

Save-On-Foods; Duncan; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Friday pay

Team member discounts

Benefits & pension eligibility

Wellness program

Educational reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Save-On-Foods in Duncan, BC is hiring an Assistant Department Manager, Produce to lead our Produce team and ensure outstanding customer service. You will coach team members, manage daily operations, and drive sales in a fast-paced grocery environment.

Ideal candidates bring retail or customer service experience, Food Safe Certification, and a go‑the‑extra‑mile attitude. We offer strong benefits, eligibility for pension, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience (asset).
• Food Safe Certification.
• Passion for great food and customer service.
• Strong work ethic and 'let's get it done' attitude.
• Integrity, enthusiasm, and willingness to go the extra mile.

Responsibilities

• Assist with leading a team, acting as a coach, mentor, and resource to team members.
• Foster a positive environment focused on Always Customer First service.
• Engage and retain team members through training, performance management, rewards/recognition, and leadership development.
• Communicate important messages with the team.
• Use knowledge of the community, competitive environment, and industry to develop entrepreneurial strategies to grow the business.
• Take count of the correct amount of stock.

Skills

Retail experience

Customer service

Food Safe Certification

Leadership

Communication

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 Save-On-Foods location in Duncan, 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.

Join our Team!

Come be part of an energetic and inclusive team where we work together to have fun and achieve our goals. If you are a positive, customer-focused individual, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join our growing team!