Lead Produce Manager – Fresh, Inventory & Quality

Jetro Restaurant Depot; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Jetro Restaurant Depot in Secaucus, NJ is seeking a Produce Manager to oversee the entire produce department, ensuring inventory accuracy, quality, and attractive presentation for customers. The role requires leadership of a team, adherence to food safety standards, and the ability to optimize stock levels, freshness, and merchandising to support sales and customer satisfaction across the store.

Strong organizational skills and a hands-on approach in a fast-paced environment are essential to

Qualifications

• Previous experience in produce, grocery, retail, or warehouse operations.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, product rotation, and stock management.
• Ability to identify product quality issues and ensure proper handling standards.
• Experience leading or overseeing team operations in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the produce department to ensure product availability, quality, and presentation
• Maintain accurate inventory levels through proper stock control, rotation, and replenishment practices
• Ensure all produce is handled, stored, and displayed in accordance with company and food safety standards
• Monitor product quality and freshness, ensuring timely removal or disposition of unsellable items
• Supervise and support department staff to ensure adherence to company procedures and operational standards
• Coordinate merchandising, signage, and product displays to support sales and customer engagement
• Review inventory trends, shrink, and discrepancies to identify and address areas of concern
• Support receiving processes by ensuring incoming product is properly checked for quality and accuracy
• Maintain overall department cleanliness, organization, and compliance with applicable regulations

Skills

Inventory control

Stock management

Team leadership

Quality control

Organization

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

Job description

Jetro Restaurant Depot in Secaucus, NJ is seeking a Produce Manager to oversee the entire produce department, ensuring inventory accuracy, quality, and attractive presentation for customers. The role requires leadership of a team, adherence to food safety standards, and the ability to optimize stock levels, freshness, and merchandising to support sales and customer satisfaction across the store.

Strong organizational skills and a hands-on approach in a fast-paced environment are essential to