Perishable Department Leader for Produce, Meat & Dairy

Dollar General; Jay (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Jay, FL seeks a dedicated Perishable Department Lead to manage produce, dairy, meats, and bakery areas. You will support the Store Manager in inventory accuracy, merchandise presentation, and safe, compliant operations.

You will train associates on perishables handling, rotation, and pricing while ensuring excellent customer service and loss-prevention. Experience in retail and food safety is valued.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedures.
• Ability to perform basic math and percentages.
• Experience using a cash register/ POS system to generate reports.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Willingness to obtain required food handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in maintaining perishable stock levels using standard tools and guides.
• Ensure merchandising standards for freshness and pricing in perishable areas.
• Train associates on proper stocking, rotation, and food safety practices.
• Record perishable markdowns and analyze causes to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain cash accountability and adherence to security procedures.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Merchandising

Plan-o-gram compliance

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

Dollar General in Jay, FL seeks a dedicated Perishable Department Lead to manage produce, dairy, meats, and bakery areas. You will support the Store Manager in inventory accuracy, merchandise presentation, and safe, compliant operations.

You will train associates on perishables handling, rotation, and pricing while ensuring excellent customer service and loss-prevention. Experience in retail and food safety is valued.