Produce Assistant Department Manager

Loblaw Companies Limited; Bolton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Bolton is seeking a dedicated individual for the Produce Department. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional customer service, ensure quality produce, and assist in daily operations including ordering and inventory control. This role requires a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a retail produce environment, flexible work hours, and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a retail produce environment.
• Knowledge of salad bar, bulk and garden centre operations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure exceptional customer service is provided.
• Assist in creating effective planograms.
• Order produce daily per movement and promotions.
• Receive produce orders and check invoices.
• Assist in inventory control and pricing.
• Supervise staff and maintain quality of produce.
• Ensure safety and sanitation in the department.

Skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Flexibility to work various hours

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

To assist in the effective functioning of the Produce Department, providing customers with the best service, quality and selection of produce while achieving maximum sales and profits with creative product displays.

passion & commitment to customer service is a key driver for our Company

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensuring exceptional customer service is provided in a courteous manner to maintain our reputation for friendly, effective, and personalized experience.
• To assist in the creation of effective planograms;
• To assist in the ordering of produce on a daily basis in accordance with product movement and future promotions under the direction of the produce manager;
• To receive produce orders and check all invoices;
• To assist in effective inventory control and price changes of produce items;
• To assist in the direction and supervision of staff;
• To rotate, stock all tables and counters while ensuring the quality of all produce;
• To ensure the safety, sanitation and general maintenance of the department meet with Company standards;
• To perform other duties, as assigned.

The Ideal Candidate Would Possess

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in a retail produce environment with knowledge of salad bar, bulk and garden centre operations;
• Flexibility to work a variety of hours which include days, evenings, and weekends;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

How You’ll Succeed

At Fortinos, we attribute our success to preserving our core values: super fresh foods, well‑trained staff, store cleanliness and above all, superior, friendly customer service. If that sounds like you, and you are open‑minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast‑paced retail environment, apply today.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

If you are contacted by us regarding a job opportunity or interview, please advise if you require accommodation.

NOTE: The Employer noted in this posting is an independently owned corporation (“Franchisee”) which is licensed to use the “FORTINOS” trademark(s) by Loblaws Inc. Applicants hired by a franchisee will be employees of the franchisee. No employment or similar relationship will be created between the applicant and Loblaws Inc. or its affiliates.