Assistant Department Manager, Produce

pfg; Victoria; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Get paid every Friday!

Exclusive team member offers and-dis

Benefits & pension eligibility.

Wellness and team member assistance

Educational reimbursement & schol arsh

Opportunities to learn and grow.

Job summary

Save-On-Foods in Victoria, BC is hiring an Assistant Department Manager, Produce. The role requires open availability for 40 hours per week and offers opportunities to lead a team in a fast-paced grocery environment.

The successful candidate will coach and develop team members, focus on Always Customer First service, and apply local market knowledge to grow the business while ensuring accurate stock counts and strong community engagement.

Qualifications

• Previous retail or customer service experience is preferred.
• Food Safe Certification is required.
• Commitment to customer first service.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with leading a team, acting as coach and mentor.
• Foster a positive environment focused on customer service.
• Engage and retain team members through training and recognition.
• Communicate important messages with the team.
• Develop entrepreneurial strategies using local market knowledge.
• Count stock accurately and manage inventory.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Customer service

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 Fort and Foul Bay Save-On-Foods location in Victoria, 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.