Produce Department Assistant Manager | Lead & Grow

Tom Thumb Supermarket; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly wages

Earned wage access up to 50% viaStream

Associate discounts

Health and well-being benefits (Health

Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay

Career growth and development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Dallas is seeking an Assistant Produce Manager to support daily operations of the produce department, ensuring exceptional customer service and high-quality standards. You will work with the Produce Manager to drive sales and maintain attractive displays in a fast-paced store.

The role involves supervising tasks, training associates, managing inventory, and enforcing food safety practices to deliver a fresh, well-stocked shopping experience for customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous produce, grocery, retail, or food-related experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of produce handling, merchandising, and food safety practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide outstanding customer service and promote a positive shopping experience.
• Assist in managing daily produce department activities, including receiving, stocking, merchandising, and inventory control.
• Ensure produce displays are clean, full, visually appealing, and aligned with company merchandising standards.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering to maintain product availability and minimize shrink.
• Support product rotation practices to ensure freshness and quality.
• Help maintain department readiness for promotions, seasonal programs, and sales events.
• Ensure all produce products meet company quality and freshness standards.
• Monitor proper handling, storage, rotation, and display of perishable products.
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, and health regulations.
• Conduct routine inspections of department conditions and product quality.
• Assist in implementing corrective actions when quality or food safety concerns are identified.
• Assist with training, coaching, and developing produce associates.
• Provide direction and support during daily operations.
• Help promote teamwork, accountability, and a customer-focused culture.
• Assist with onboarding and training new associates.
• Support achievement of departmental productivity and performance goals.
• Support achievement of department sales, labor, and profitability objectives.
• Help monitor shrink, spoilage, and inventory management practices.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and sales performance.
• Assist with execution of merchandising plans designed to maximize sales and customer engagement.
• Promote a safe working environment for associates and customers.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and operational procedures.
• Report safety hazards, equipment issues, and maintenance needs promptly.
• Help maintain clean and organized work areas, storage rooms, and sales displays.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Merchandising

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Albertsons Companies in Dallas is seeking an Assistant Produce Manager to support daily operations of the produce department, ensuring exceptional customer service and high-quality standards. You will work with the Produce Manager to drive sales and maintain attractive displays in a fast-paced store.

The role involves supervising tasks, training associates, managing inventory, and enforcing food safety practices to deliver a fresh, well-stocked shopping experience for customers.