Assistant Produce Manager

Rosewood Market & Deli; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Company Vision and Dental Plans

Employee discount (25% – 50%)

Job summary

Rosewood Market & Deli in Columbia, SC is looking for an Assistant Produce Manager to support the Produce Manager with day-to-day operations and team leadership in our vibrant produce department. The ideal candidate should have over 2 years of experience in a grocery or retail environment.

Compensation starts at $18.00 per hour, with paid time off and employee discounts. Join a committed team dedicated to quality and community engagement in a local market setting since 1972.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in produce, perishables, or a related grocery/retail environment preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and work in cold environments.
• Dependable, punctual, and ready to work including weekends, if needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the Produce Manager in day-to-day operations of the department.
• Oversee product receiving and verify quality of deliveries.
• Communicate effectively using company-designated platforms.

Skills

Experience in produce

Supervisory experience

Organizational skills

Knowledge of food safety

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ASSISTANT PRODUCE MANAGER

Rosewood Market + Deli | Columbia, SC | Full-Time

$18.00 / hour to start

At Rosewood Market, our produce department is one of the first things our customers see, touch, and trust when they walk through our doors. Every crate we receive, every display we build, and every item we put on the floor is a direct reflection of who we are as a market.

What You'll Do

• Support the Produce Manager in the overall performance, efficiency, and day‑to‑day operations of the department
• Help lead and develop the produce team, setting a high standard for quality, presentation, and accountability
• Oversee product receiving; inspect incoming deliveries, verify quality, and flag any discrepancies
• Manage back stock, ensuring product is properly stored, rotated, and accessible
• Monitor the floor throughout the day; cull, restock, and maintain displays to Rosewood standards
• Assist with ordering and inventory management to minimize shrink and keep the department well stocked
• Ensure all product is properly priced, signed, and merchandised
• Uphold strict food safety, sanitation, and handling standards at all times
• Step up in the absence of the Produce Manager and keep the department running smoothly
• Communicate through company‑designated platforms including Homebase and email
• Treat customers and co‑workers with courtesy, respect, and genuine care

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years of experience in produce, perishables, or a related grocery/retail environment preferred
• A sharp eye for quality, you know what fresh looks like and you don't compromise on it
• Prior supervisory or lead experience preferred
• Experience with ordering, receiving, and inventory management a plus
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities at once
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and comfortable working in cold environments
• A genuine passion for fresh, natural, and thoughtfully sourced food
• Dependable, punctual, and ready to work (including weekends, if needed)
• A team‑first attitude with the initiative to lead when it counts
• Must be able to periodically work in environments with temperatures below 32 degrees F
• Must communicate by Homebase and email
• Good working knowledge of Google Suite (Drive, Sheets, Docs) and Microsoft Excel is a plus
• Must adhere to all SC Department of Agriculture food safety requirements including following rules of cooling and storing food properly when applicable

What You Get

• $18.00 per hour to start, opportunities for growth
• Paid Time Off
• Company Vision and Dental Plans with affordable premiums
• 25% – 50% RWM employee discount
• No overnight shifts, we close by 8pm (Mon‑Sat) and 6pm Sundays
• A tight‑knit team where your contributions are seen and valued
• Real room to grow, most of our leads and managers started on the floor
• The chance to be part of something that matters: a local, independent market rooted in community and quality since 1972

Rosewood Market is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, veteran status, disability, history of disability or perceived disability.