Early-Morning Production Specialist

The Fresh Market Inc; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member discount 30%

Early Earn Wage Access up to $500 per

401K contribution and company match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Personal time off

Discounts on pet insurance

Job summary

The Fresh Market is hiring a Production Specialist to support multiple departments (Deli-CMS, Meat-Seafood, Bakery, Produce). You will ensure quality, rotation, sanitation, and cross‑department collaboration to help guests find meal solutions.

We value detail orientation, teamwork, and guest‑first service. The role requires a 3:00 am–11:00 am shift with some weekend work and a $2/hr differential for late/early hours. The company offers care benefits and growth possibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ years of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or general business.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop high‑performing teams.
• Proven ability to deliver an exceptional guest experience while achieving performance goals.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Handle production for key items to support Deli-CMS, Meat-Seafood, Bakery, and Produce departments.
• Maintain knowledge of products/weekly ad items throughout the store and work across departments to assist guests in finding products and complete meal solutions.
• Ensure excellent product is ready for our guests by inspecting our store products for proper rotation, cleaning, sanitation procedures, completing reports as necessary.
• Follow all The Fresh Market standards, policies, and protocols.
• Present self in a professional manner, including adhering to uniform standards.

Skills

Leadership

Guest experience

Communication

Problem solving

Flexibility

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate’s degree in business/retail management or related field; or equivalent experience

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Fresh Market is hiring a Production Specialist to support multiple departments (Deli-CMS, Meat-Seafood, Bakery, Produce). You will ensure quality, rotation, sanitation, and cross‑department collaboration to help guests find meal solutions.

We value detail orientation, teamwork, and guest‑first service. The role requires a 3:00 am–11:00 am shift with some weekend work and a $2/hr differential for late/early hours. The company offers care benefits and growth possibilities.