Fresh Food Department Manager – Lead Inventory & Team

Freson Market Ltd.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Freson Market Ltd. in Edmonton is hiring a Full-Time Fresh Food Department Manager with a total compensation of $75,000+ in Edmonton.

You will oversee daily department production, manage inventory, and lead a high-performing team to maintain product quality and freshness. You will schedule staff, drive promotions, and ensure company standards are met while delivering an exceptional customer experience and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum of progressive grocery, retail fresh department, butcher shop, bakery, deli, or restaurant management experience
• A history of meeting financial objectives and targets in a fast-paced retail or food service environment
• Proven ability to lead a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Exceptional communication, and interpersonal skills
• A passion for leading and developing others
• Effective critical thinking and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50lbs
• Willingness to relocate to rural Alberta is an asset

Responsibilities

• Inventory Management through weekly ordering, record & invoice maintenance, and leading quarterly inventory counts
• Oversee and execute daily department production to ensure high product quality, freshness, and optimal stock levels
• Merchandise products for promotional and seasonal displays
• Schedule department team members ensuring production and customer needs are met
• Ensure company standards are met and department programs are followed
• Assist the Store Manager with recruiting while maintaining a high-performance team
• Train, develop, and motivate department team members
• Resolve customer and department concerns & complaints, and provide a positive customer experience
• Maintain a clean and sanitized work area
• Champion the Freson Bros. brand and culture

Job description

Freson Market Ltd. in Edmonton is hiring a Full-Time Fresh Food Department Manager with a total compensation of $75,000+ in Edmonton.

You will oversee daily department production, manage inventory, and lead a high-performing team to maintain product quality and freshness. You will schedule staff, drive promotions, and ensure company standards are met while delivering an exceptional customer experience and ongoing development opportunities.