Perishable Department Lead - Produce, Meat & Dairy

Dollar General; Caledonia (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Caledonia, MS is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to manage produce, meat, dairy, bakery and related perishables, ensuring inventory accuracy, presentation and customer service. You will assist the Store Manager with safety, asset protection, and staff compliance while maintaining perishable stock and markdowns to optimize profit.

Responsibilities include training associates, enforcing food handling standards, and daily interaction with customers to meet merchandise needs

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret policy and procedure manuals.
• Basic math and percentage calculations.
• Proficient in cash register functions to generate reports.
• Knowledge of cash handling, security and loss prevention practices.
• Familiarity with perishable inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.
• Willingness to obtain required food handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with cash accountability and security practices.
• Maintain perishable stock levels using store tools and guides.
• Train associates on presentation, freshness and pricing standards.
• Record inventory levels and assist with shrink control.
• Ensure customer needs and requests are addressed promptly and professionally.
• Maintain sanitation standards and supervise safe food handling practices.
• Assist in other store operations as directed.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Customer service

食品 handling certifications

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Training staff

Plan-o-gram compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General in Caledonia, MS is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to manage produce, meat, dairy, bakery and related perishables, ensuring inventory accuracy, presentation and customer service. You will assist the Store Manager with safety, asset protection, and staff compliance while maintaining perishable stock and markdowns to optimize profit.

Responsibilities include training associates, enforcing food handling standards, and daily interaction with customers to meet merchandise needs