Lead Fresh Produce Team & Customer Experience

Hy-Vee; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Ames is seeking a Produce Department Manager to lead our Produce team, maintain freshness and quality, and drive department profitability. You will manage staff, schedule daily operations, and ensure top-notch customer service across the department.

The role emphasizes training and development of team members while upholding Hy-Vee standards. The Produce Department Manager oversees displays, pricing strategies, inventory, and coordination with store leadership to meet sales goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; on-the-job training plus produce and sanitation courses.
• Over one year of related work experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds and work in cool environments.

Responsibilities

• Set standard for customer service, cleanliness, and department profitability.
• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and develop department employees.
• Plan weekly schedules and daily work plans with Store Director.
• Oversee inventory, signage, displays, and pricing; ensure freshness and shrink control.
• Analyze weekly/monthly sales and trends to drive promotions and pre-orders.

Skills

People leadership

Customer service

Sales analysis

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pallet jacks

Forklifts

Job description

Hy-Vee Ames is seeking a Produce Department Manager to lead our Produce team, maintain freshness and quality, and drive department profitability. You will manage staff, schedule daily operations, and ensure top-notch customer service across the department.

The role emphasizes training and development of team members while upholding Hy-Vee standards. The Produce Department Manager oversees displays, pricing strategies, inventory, and coordination with store leadership to meet sales goals.