Produce Department Lead: Elevate Freshness & Team Growth

Kroger; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Training programs

Job summary

Kroger's Produce Department is seeking a hands-on leader to optimize sales and customer experience in Wheat Ridge. You will supervise department staff, manage pricing, rotation, and merchandising, and coordinate daily schedules with store management.

The role requires strong communication, integrity, and the ability to respond calmly to concerns, while promoting company values and safety. You will train staff, drive efficiency, and help ensure stock levels meet customer demand.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a produce department or similar role.
• Ability to supervise staff and schedule shifts.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication with employees and customers.
• Proven integrity and dependability.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends.

Responsibilities

• Direct all produce department operations and activities.
• Hire, train, and evaluate department staff.
• Oversee pricing, stocking, and merchandise presentation.
• Ensure inventory accuracy and waste control.
• Maintain storefront appearance and safety standards.
• Coordinate schedules for full- and part-time team members.

Skills

People leadership

Customer service

Communication

Conflict resolution

Time management

Merchandising

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Kroger's Produce Department is seeking a hands-on leader to optimize sales and customer experience in Wheat Ridge. You will supervise department staff, manage pricing, rotation, and merchandising, and coordinate daily schedules with store management.

The role requires strong communication, integrity, and the ability to respond calmly to concerns, while promoting company values and safety. You will train staff, drive efficiency, and help ensure stock levels meet customer demand.