Perishable Dept. Lead — Fresh Produce & Deli

Dollar General; Okolona (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Okolona, MS is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to assist the Store Manager in managing Produce, Meat, Dairy, Bakery and related perishables. You will help optimize inventory, pricing, and customer service while maintaining safe, compliant store operations.

Responsibilities include training associates, overseeing stock levels, recording markdowns, and ensuring plan-o-gram adherence and sanitation standards to protect customers and assets.

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 in ensuring financial integrity through cash accountability and security practices.
• Maintain perishable stock levels using ads, planners, and order guides.
• Train associates in proper presentation, freshness and pricing standards for perishables.
• Record perishable markdowns and analyze causes to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure customer needs are addressed promptly and sanitation standards are followed.

Skills

Reading diagrams

Math calculations

Cash handling

Cashier reports

Inventory management

Merchandising

Communication

Safety policies

Plan-o-gram

Food handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food handling certifications (if applicable)

Job description

Dollar General in Okolona, MS is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to assist the Store Manager in managing Produce, Meat, Dairy, Bakery and related perishables. You will help optimize inventory, pricing, and customer service while maintaining safe, compliant store operations.

Responsibilities include training associates, overseeing stock levels, recording markdowns, and ensuring plan-o-gram adherence and sanitation standards to protect customers and assets.