Perishable Department Lead

Dollar General; High Springs (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking an organized and customer-focused individual to manage the Perishable Departments, including produce, fresh meat, dairy, and bakery. You will assist the Store Manager with inventory, merchandising, and safe, compliant store operations in a busy retail environment.

Responsibilities include leading perishable staff, maintaining stock levels, training associates on presentation and safety standards, and ensuring safe handling of food products in compliance with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• One year of experience in a retail environment and six months supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous lead experience and/or grocery store experience preferred.
• Attainment of required local and state food handling certifications, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager, as directed, in ensuring the financial integrity of the store through strict cash accountability, key control, and adherence to company security practices and cash control procedures.
• Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and company communications.
• Maintain correct perishable stock levels based on store volume using the following tools: Current Ads / Planners, Produce Order guide, Fresh Meat Recap and Order Guide, Milk Sales history and order guide, Vendor Order Guide, Bread order planning and stales recap.
• Assist Store Manager, as directed, in training assigned associates in the proper presentation, freshness and pricing standards for all perishable areas, and in the safe handling of food in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Train assigned associates in the proper stocking and rotation of Perishable products, record Perishable Markdowns and analyze causes to prevent recurrences, and ensure accurate inventory levels are recorded.
• Maintain daily contact with customers to understand merchandise expectations and desires, address customer needs, and ensure compliance with sanitation standards.

Job description

Dollar General is seeking an organized and customer-focused individual to manage the Perishable Departments, including produce, fresh meat, dairy, and bakery. You will assist the Store Manager with inventory, merchandising, and safe, compliant store operations in a busy retail environment.

Responsibilities include leading perishable staff, maintaining stock levels, training associates on presentation and safety standards, and ensuring safe handling of food products in compliance with