Perishable Dept Leader — Fresh, Efficient & Customer-Focused

Dollar General; West Fork (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in West Fork, AR is looking for a Perishables Department Lead to support the Store Manager in managing Produce, Meat, Dairy, Bakery, and inventory while delivering clean, safe, and appealing merchandising.

You will train associates, ensure compliance with food safety rules, monitor stock and markdowns, and maintain excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail setting. Strong cash handling and plan-o-gram adherence are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret diagrams, safety rules, and procedures manuals.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and percentage calculations.
• Ability to learn cash register functions and generate reports.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Willingness to obtain required food handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager in ensuring cash accountability and security practices.
• Follow SOPs and communication guidelines.
• Maintain correct perishable stock levels using category-specific tools.
• Train associates on presentation, freshness, and pricing standards for perishables.
• Train on safe handling of food and regulatory compliance.
• Record perishable markdowns and analyze causes to prevent recurrences.
• Record inventory levels as requested by the Store Support Center.
• Ensure customer needs and requests are addressed promptly.
• Support sanitation standards and assist other operations as directed.

Skills

Cash handling

Plan-o-gram reading

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Data interpretation

Safety procedures

Cash accountability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General in West Fork, AR is looking for a Perishables Department Lead to support the Store Manager in managing Produce, Meat, Dairy, Bakery, and inventory while delivering clean, safe, and appealing merchandising.

You will train associates, ensure compliance with food safety rules, monitor stock and markdowns, and maintain excellent customer service in a fast-paced retail setting. Strong cash handling and plan-o-gram adherence are required.