Assistant Produce Manager

Sanwa Food Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanwa Food Group in Tampa, FL is seeking a Produce Department Assistant Manager to support the Produce Manager and team. You will maintain fresh, visually appealing displays, ensure safety and quality, and deliver outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates will have 3+ years in retail/food service, 1-2 years leading teams, and the ability to safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Provide prompt, courteous customer service.
• Develop rapport, trust, and open communication with staff.
• Evaluate performance of self and others.
• Understand budgeting, personnel costs, and expenses.
• Safely operate equipment including forklift and pallet jack.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Stay organized and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with receiving, unloading, and stocking fresh produce deliveries.
• Rotate, cull, and maintain produce to ensure freshness and quality.
• Set up attractive and organized displays according to company standards.
• Provide friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful service to customers.
• Monitor inventory levels and notify management of shortages or overstock.
• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and handling procedures.
• Assist with department cleaning, including cases and coolers.
• Support the Produce Manager with daily tasks as needed.
• Supervise and train produce clerks to ensure excellent customer service.
• Flexibility to take on varied responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma/ associate degree

3+ years in retail/food service

1-2 years leading teams

Tools

Forklift

Pallet jack

Job description

We are always looking for applicants who want to grow too. Diversity is part of our culture – from our employees, to our products and flavors, and ultimately our customers. If you are flexible, friendly, and reliable, we have opportunities for you to join our unique organization. Bilingual skills are a plus!

We have a number of opportunities at different levels in the organization. Current openings are listed below.

Location: Tampa, FL

Job Id:956

# of Openings:1

PRODUCE DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT MANAGER

At Sanwa, we pride ourselves on offering the freshest, highest-quality produce to our customers. We are looking for a dependable and motivated Produce Assistant Manager to join our team and help create an exceptional shopping experience. The Produce Assistant Manager supports the Produce Manager and team by maintaining well-stocked, fresh, and visually appealing displays while delivering excellent customer service. This role ensures that produce items are handled, stored, and presented properly to meet company standards for quality and safety.

WHY SANWA FOOD GROUP

Sanwa Famer’s Market, a division of Sanwa Food Group, has been a pillar in the Tampa Community for more than 40 years. Throughout the years we’ve established ourselves as a leader in the food distribution industry. Our array of eclectic grocery, produce and meat selections span the globe, and our customer focus initiatives provides a service that continues to drive our success.

We take pride in creating a diversified culture where our team members are able to grow and learn to excel in various opportunities within our company.

As a Sanwa team member, you will become part of our dynamic, growing company, servicing both retail and wholesale customers in a fast-paced service driven environment. We are looking for truly exceptional individuals to continue the Sanwa tradition of excellence. Come grow with us!

MAIN JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with receiving, unloading, and stocking fresh produce deliveries.
• Rotate, cull, and maintain produce to ensure freshness and quality
• Set up attractive and organized displays according to company standards
• Provide friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful service to customers
• Monitor inventory levels and notify management of shortages or overstock
• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, and handling procedures
• Assist with department cleaning, including cases, coolers, etc.
• Support the Produce Manager with daily tasks as needed
• Supervise and train produce clerks to ensure excellent customer service
• As part of your role, you may be required to perform additional duties or tasks as assigned by your manager or the company. Flexibility and a willingness to take on varied responsibilities are essential expectations for all positions.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment
• Ability to provide and lead others to provide prompt and courteous customer service
• Ability to develop rapport, trust, and open communication that enhances the growth and job performance of direct reports
• Ability to evaluate and drive performance of self and others
• Ability to understand and apply management principles concerning budgeting, personnel costs, and expenses
• Ability to safely and properly operate equipment, forklift & pallet jack
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to stay organized and multi-task in a professional and efficient manner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma/ associate's degree
• 3 plus years of experience in either the retail, restaurant, or hospitality field
• 1 to 2 years of experience in leading teams