Assistant Produce Team Leader

Caraluzzi's Markets; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Caraluzzi's Markets in Bethel, CT is seeking an Assistant Produce Team Leader. This entry-level leadership role focuses on developing skills in the Produce Department while supporting day-to-day operations and customer service.

You will learn sourcing, inventory management, merchandising, and team leadership, contributing to high product quality and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in produce, grocery, or retail preferred.
• Desire to learn sourcing, inventory, and leadership.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Able to work weekends/holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Produce Team Leader with daily operations and management of the Produce Department.
• Learn produce sourcing, product selection, seasonality, and quality standards.
• Inspect produce for freshness, quality, appearance, and proper handling.
• Assist with ordering, inventory, product rotation, and maintaining levels.
• Maintain attractive, well-stocked, and properly merchandised displays.
• Support training and direction to Produce Department associates.
• Monitor product quality, shrink, cleanliness, and department standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers with questions and recommendations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Attention to detail

Leadership development

Job description

Since 1949, Caraluzzi's Markets has been a family-owned and operated grocery store serving the Connecticut communities of Bethel, Wilton, Danbury, and Newtown. Our stores are packed with fresh produce, scratch-baked goods, chef-prepared meals, dock-fresh seafood, butcher-cut meats, and a wide selection of grocery, dairy, and frozen favorites. Caraluzzi's prides itself on product selection, customer-focused service, and having the best team around-many of whom spend the majority of their careers with us. Widely recognized as a progressive and forward-thinking independent grocer, we invite you to come grow with us!

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking Assistant Produce Team Leader to join our team. This is a learning and development position designed for an individual who has a passion for produce and a strong desire to grow their knowledge and leadership skills. This role will assist the Produce Team Leader while developing experience in product sourcing, department management, quality control, inventory, merchandising, and customer service. This position plays an important role in supporting the success of the Produce Department while maintaining high standards for product quality and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Produce Team Leader with the daily operations and management of the Produce Department.
• Learn and develop knowledge of produce sourcing, product selection, seasonality, and quality standards.
• Assist with inspecting produce for freshness, quality, appearance, and proper handling.
• Learn and assist with ordering, inventory management, product rotation, and maintaining appropriate product levels.
• Assist with maintaining attractive, well-stocked, and properly merchandised produce displays.
• Assist with training, supporting, and providing direction to Produce Department associates.
• Help monitor product quality, shrink, cleanliness, and overall department standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist customers with produce-related questions and recommendations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in produce, grocery, or retail preferred.
• Basic understanding of produce products, quality, and department operations.
• Strong passion for learning and desire to continue developing knowledge and skills within the Produce Department.
• Strong interest in learning product sourcing, quality control, inventory management, and leadership.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining attention to detail and product quality.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and flexible hours as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in a multi-temperature environment, including refrigerated areas.

Perks, Benefits & Career Growth

At Caraluzzi's Markets, we believe in recognizing and rewarding hard work with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Depending On Eligibility, Our Perks And Benefits Package Include

• Comprehensive healthcare; medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan assistance
• Vacation time off
• Paid sick time and paid holidays
• Family oriented promote from within culture
• Opportunities for career advancement and growth

Note

This document provides a general summary of the essential responsibilities and duties and is not meant to include all job duties or requirements for every position. Caraluzzi's reserves the right to change and/or add to the responsibilities as the needs of the business changes

Compensation is based on a range of factors, including experience, skills, training, certifications, and overall business needs. While we aim to be competitive within our pay ranges, starting rates are typically determined by individual qualifications, and initial offers are not typically made at or near the top of the stated range.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status