Perishable Dept Lead: Produce, Meat & Dairy

Dollar General; Coats (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Coats, North Carolina, seeks a dedicated Perishable Department Lead to support the Store Manager in managing the produce, meat, dairy, bakery, and frozen sections. You will ensure stock freshness, accurate inventory, and customer satisfaction while upholding safety and security policies.

The role involves training associates, handling perishable markdowns, and maintaining merchandising standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as diagrams, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to perform basic math including percentages and sales data analysis.
• Ability to learn and operate cash register functions and generate reports.
• Experience with cash handling and deposit controls is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in maintaining financial integrity through cash accountability and security practices.
• Manage perishable departments (produce, dairy, meat, bakery) and ensure fresh, appealing stock.
• Train associates on proper stocking, pricing, freshness, and safe food handling.
• Record inventory levels and perishable markdowns; analyze causes and take corrective action.
• Maintain customer engagement by addressing needs and requests promptly.
• Ensure sanitation standards and compliance with food handling rules.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Merchandising practices

Customer service

Safety policies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General in Coats, North Carolina, seeks a dedicated Perishable Department Lead to support the Store Manager in managing the produce, meat, dairy, bakery, and frozen sections. You will ensure stock freshness, accurate inventory, and customer satisfaction while upholding safety and security policies.

The role involves training associates, handling perishable markdowns, and maintaining merchandising standards.