Assistant Produce Manager Albany FT

FOOD FOR LESS ALBANY INC; Avondale (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

FOOD FOR LESS ALBANY INC is seeking a Produce Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Produce Department in our retail grocery store. You will manage ordering, stocking, pricing, and staff while maintaining quality and safety standards, and delivering outstanding customer service.

The ideal candidate has strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills, with at least one year in produce and managerial experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least one year of related produce experience required.
• One year of managerial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze profit and loss statements to recommend improvements to meet department standards.
• Train in displaying and merchandising products.
• Assist in developing promotional programs.
• Work with staff to improve efficiency and increase sales.
• Merchandise according to store owner/manager preferences to maintain shelf allocations.
• Review safety, sanitation, and productivity standards.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Allergen handling

Customer service

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Assistant Produce Manager (Produce Department Assistant Supervisor)We are a locally owned full-service grocery store. Our mission is to provide accessible, reliable, and safe products and services to grocery stores and other business investments efficiently and affordably through prudent business decisions for the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on great customer service, community connection, acting with integrity and respect and to always be ready to serve, adapt, learn, and grow.Job Summary:The Produce Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the produce department in our retail grocery stores and. The Produce Manager is responsible for overseeing and ensuring ordering, stocking, and pricing produce products, managing staff, maintaining quality and safety standards, and providing exceptional customer service.Duties/Responsibilities:Analyze profit and loss statements to recommend improvements to meet department standards.Ability to train in displaying and merchandizing products.Assist in developing promotional programs.Work with and the department staff to improve efficiency and increase sales.Assist the department with merchandising in accordance with the preferences of the store owner / manager to maintain shelf allocations to ensure the availability of products.Evaluate department conditions and operations to determine strengths and areas for improvement, and relay that information to department managers and owners.Review standards for safety, proper food handling practices, sanitation and productivity are maintained.Communicate with the store leadership on problems, recommendations for change, effectiveness of plans and merchandising decisions.Recommends proper shelf, case, and display conditions to include stocking, cleaning, straitening, hydrating, and product rotation.Review and recommend proper cooler and storage conditions to include rotating and organizing cases of product.Assist in training employees to effectively provide portioning, presentation, and packaging merchandise according to customers’ requests and in a way that minimizes shrink and maximizes sales.Develop and maintain an understanding of the products you are selling/serving.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Skills/Abilities:Good verbal and written communication skills.Good organizational skills and attention to detail.Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.Understand the importance of the handling of allergen containing products.Ability to prioritize and handle several tasks at once.Friendly, outgoing personality.Previous customer service experience in a grocery store, supermarket, or produce retail space.Good communication skills.Education and Experience:High school diploma requiredAt least one year of related produce experience required.One Year of Managerial Experience preferred.Physical Requirements:Ability to lift and carry up to 90 lbs. throughout any assigned shift unassisted.Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.Ability to climb and balance on a step stool/ladder.Ability to stoop, kneel and crouch.Ability to sustain repetitive arm and hand motion.Work Environment:The ability to work under a variety of conditions and temperatures, wet and dry, for extended periods of time.The ability to work safely around kitchen machinery, packaging/bundling machinery and sharp knives.This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. This position description is subject to revision at any time.Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision insuranceWork Location: In personThe company is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We strive to have a safe workplace and therefore now conduct background screenings and drug testing. This employer participates in E-Verify.All applicants will receive an acknowledgement that their application has been received when they apply. Those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted if their application is pulled for review. The general job pool ads will be closed approximately two months from original posting.