Perishables Department Lead: Fresh Foods & Inventory

Dollar General; Upper Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General in Upper Darby, PA is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to assist the Store Manager in managing produce, dairy, meats, bakery, and related perishables. You will oversee inventory, merchandising, and customer service while upholding food safety and store policies.

Responsibilities include training associates, maintaining stock levels, executing pricing standards, and ensuring accurate cash handling.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control.
• Ability to manage perishable stock and inventory levels.
• Strong merchandising and presentation skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication.
• Ability to train and supervise associates.
• Familiarity with plan-o-gram and pricing standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager with cash accountability and security practices.
• Maintain perishable stock levels using various guides and orders.
• Train associates in proper presentation, freshness and pricing.
• Record perishable markdowns and analyze causes.
• Ensure compliance with sanitation standards and food handling regulations.
• Support store operations across departments as directed.

Skills

Cash handling

Inventory control

Merchandising

Customer service

Staff training

Food safety

Plan-o-gram

Communication

Safety policies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General in Upper Darby, PA is seeking a Perishable Department Lead to assist the Store Manager in managing produce, dairy, meats, bakery, and related perishables. You will oversee inventory, merchandising, and customer service while upholding food safety and store policies.

Responsibilities include training associates, maintaining stock levels, executing pricing standards, and ensuring accurate cash handling.