Perishable Dept Manager: Fresh Produce & More

Dollar General; Marion (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Perishables Department Lead to manage produce, fresh meat, dairy, frozen foods, bakery items, and related departments under the Store Manager. You will help with inventory control, appealing merchandise presentation, and delivering high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities include ensuring cash accountability, safety compliance, staff training in proper handling of perishable products, rotation, markdowns, plan-o-gram adherence, and accurate inventory records to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in a retail environment with supervisory exposure.
• Ability to manage perishable inventory and cash handling processes.
• Familiarity with safety, sanitation, and plan-o-gram guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Supervise perishable departments including produce, meat, dairy, and bakery.
• Maintain stock levels and attractive, compliant merchandise presentation.
• Ensure cash accountability, security procedures, and loss prevention.
• Train associates in proper product handling, rotation, and customer service.
• Adhere to safety rules and government regulations for food handling.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Customer service

Team supervision

Safety compliance

Plan-o-gram reading

Communication

Math skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cash register system

Inventory software

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Perishables Department Lead to manage produce, fresh meat, dairy, frozen foods, bakery items, and related departments under the Store Manager. You will help with inventory control, appealing merchandise presentation, and delivering high-quality customer service.

Responsibilities include ensuring cash accountability, safety compliance, staff training in proper handling of perishable products, rotation, markdowns, plan-o-gram adherence, and accurate inventory records to