Perishables Department Lead — Produce, Meat & Dairy

Dollar General; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Dollar General is seeking a Perishable Department Manager in Bakersfield to lead Produce, Meat, Dairy, Frozen, and Bakery sections. You will manage inventory, merchandising, and staff while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes training, schedule coordination, and compliance with food-handling regulations, with focus on customer service and profitably presenting perishable products.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations including percentages.
• Knowledge of cash handling procedures and cashier accountability.
• Ability to operate cash register functions.
• Understanding of safety policies and practices in retail environments.
• Ability to read plan-o-gram and follow merchandise guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to obtain required food handling certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Perishable Departments (Produce, Meat, Dairy, Frozen, Bakery) and manage inventory.
• Train associates on freshness, pricing, and safety standards.
• Monitor stock levels and use tools for ordering and markdowns.
• Ensure schedules provide adequate coverage and customer service.
• Record perishable markdowns and analyze causes to prevent recurrence.
• Maintain sanitation standards and proper product rotation.

Skills

Math calculations

Cash handling procedures

Cashiering

Food safety knowledge

Plan-o-gram compliance

Communication skills

Training others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dollar General is seeking a Perishable Department Manager in Bakersfield to lead Produce, Meat, Dairy, Frozen, and Bakery sections. You will manage inventory, merchandising, and staff while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes training, schedule coordination, and compliance with food-handling regulations, with focus on customer service and profitably presenting perishable products.