Perishables Department Lead

Dollar General; Hampton (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General Hampton, SC seeks a Perishable Department Supervisor to assist the Store Manager in managing produce, meat, dairy, bakery, and other perishables. You will help maintain stock, execute pricing standards, supervise associates, and ensure safe, compliant operations.

Responsibilities include training staff on presentation, freshness, and safety handling, and inventory control while delivering strong customer service and asset protection.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• One year of retail experience and six months supervisory experience preferred.
• Attainment of required local/state food handling certifications, if applicable.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as rules and procedures.
• Knowledge of inventory management and merchandising practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain correct perishable stock levels based on store volume.
• Assist Store Manager with inventory, pricing, and presentation.
• Train associates in perishable handling, freshness, and safety.
• Record perishable markdowns and analyze causes to prevent recurrences.
• Ensure customer needs and requests are addressed promptly.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory management

Plan-o-gram

Merchandising

Safety policies

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Dollar General Hampton, SC seeks a Perishable Department Supervisor to assist the Store Manager in managing produce, meat, dairy, bakery, and other perishables. You will help maintain stock, execute pricing standards, supervise associates, and ensure safe, compliant operations.

Responsibilities include training staff on presentation, freshness, and safety handling, and inventory control while delivering strong customer service and asset protection.