Assistant Produce Manager

Wegmans Food Markets; Town of Pittsford (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Wegmans Food Markets in Rochester, NY is seeking a Produce Department Leader to join a dynamic retail team. You will guide daily merchandising, educate customers and teammates, and ensure the freshest fruits and vegetables are available.

Must be 18+, full-time, and able to work mornings, afternoons, and evenings including weekends. Prior team leadership or relevant experience and computer skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older required.
• 1+ years of work experience or college degree.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Focus on merchandising standards to highlight quality, freshness and uniqueness of products.
• Educate team members and customers on product offerings.
• Proactively assist customers, help locate items and suggest meal ideas.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Merchandising

Communication

Adaptability

Education

1+ years experience or college degree

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Location: 3195 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY 14618

Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends).

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older

Time Type: Full time

Pay Range: $21.75 - $22.50 / hour

Why Work Here

Working at Wegmans provides opportunities to grow, flexible scheduling, incredible benefits, and the experience of working for a company with a reputation you can be proud of.

Job Description:

We're looking for passionate people ready to collaborate, develop and be leaders. As a leader in the Produce Department, you'll join a dynamic retail environment that's growing, with new opportunities available every day to enhance your skill set. You'll gain a deep understanding of our values, business measures and standards and operations. You will ensure the most knowledgeable and passionate people are working to educate our customers and get them the freshest and widest variety of fruits and vegetables available. If you love fresh products and managing others, then this could be the role for you!

What will I do?

• Focus on company standards regarding merchandising, highlighting quality, freshness and uniqueness of products
• Use passion and knowledge to educate team members and customers on product offerings
• Proactively approach customers, answer questions, help locate items and offer suggestions to complete their meals

Required Qualifications

• 1 or more years of work experience or a college degree
• Computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a team
• Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant products
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new situations and subject matters