Perishable Dept Lead - Fresh Produce, Meat & Dairy

Dollar General; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant d'entreprise

Indemnités de stage/alternance

Job summary

Dollar General in Pontiac, MI is seeking a Perishable Department Lead who will manage produce, meats, dairy, bakery, and frozen goods under the Store Manager. You will help with inventory, merchandising, pricing, and ensuring quality customer service and safe operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining perishable stock, approving markdowns, training staff on freshness and safety, recording inventory, and addressing customer needs promptly. Previous grocery experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1 year retail experience and 6 months supervisory experience preferred.
• Ability to learn cash handling and accountability.
• Strong merchandising and inventory skills.
• Willingness to obtain food handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring financial integrity through cash accountability and security practices.
• Maintain perishable stock levels based on store volume and planning tools.
• Train associates on freshness, presentation, and pricing standards.
• Record perishable markdowns and analyze causes to prevent recurrences.
• Ensure customers' needs and requests are addressed promptly.
• Adhere to sanitation standards and safety policies.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Plan-o-gram compliance

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cash register operations

Job description

Dollar General in Pontiac, MI is seeking a Perishable Department Lead who will manage produce, meats, dairy, bakery, and frozen goods under the Store Manager. You will help with inventory, merchandising, pricing, and ensuring quality customer service and safe operations.

Responsibilities include maintaining perishable stock, approving markdowns, training staff on freshness and safety, recording inventory, and addressing customer needs promptly. Previous grocery experience is preferred.