Perishable Department Leader - Produce, Meat & Dairy

Dollar General; Le Roy (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Perishables Lead to manage produce, meat, dairy and bakery areas. You’ll support inventory accuracy, merchandise presentation and customer service while maintaining safe, compliant operations.

Responsibilities include training associates, ensuring plan‑o‑gram compliance, and safeguarding assets. Prior retail leadership and food handling certifications are valued.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cash handling and deposit controls.
• Experience with perishable inventory and merchandising.
• Ability to read plan-o-gram and maintain product presentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with cash accountability and store security.
• Maintain perishable stock levels using planning guides.
• Train associates on freshness, rotation and safety standards.
• Record inventory and perishable markdowns accurately.
• Provide customer service and address needs promptly.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation rules and certifications.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Merchandising

Plan‑o‑grams

Cashier reports

Safety procedures

Team leadership

Food handling

Math skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

POS systems

Cash register

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Perishables Lead to manage produce, meat, dairy and bakery areas. You’ll support inventory accuracy, merchandise presentation and customer service while maintaining safe, compliant operations.

Responsibilities include training associates, ensuring plan‑o‑gram compliance, and safeguarding assets. Prior retail leadership and food handling certifications are valued.