Produce Department Lead — Flexible Hours & Growth

The Kroger Co.; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Kroger Co. seeks a Produce Department Lead in Kent, WA to supervise all department functions, ensure fresh, safe and welcoming shopping experiences, and drive sales through planning and teamwork.

You will develop schedules, train associates, monitor quality and shrink, maintain temperatures, and uphold company policies while reflecting Kroger's Customer 1st philosophy and core values.

Qualifications

• Legal age requirement and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle busy environments.
• Basic math skills for transactions and counting.
• Food handler permit required upon employment.
• Management and produce experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to laws, safety regulations and company guidelines.
• Promote trust and respect among associates.
• Communicate department information to associates.
• Set performance goals and empower the team to meet targets.
• Develop scheduling to manage customer volume.
• Train associates on inventory, stocking and related tasks.
• Create a welcoming environment and assist customers with product picks.
• Help monitor expenses and inventory conditions.
• Maintain proper temperatures in cases and coolers and log records.
• Report safety risks and assist in repairs and preventive maintenance.

Skills

18 years of age

Effective communication

Basic math

Handle stress

Current food handlers permit

Management experience

Produce experience

Job description

The Kroger Co. seeks a Produce Department Lead in Kent, WA to supervise all department functions, ensure fresh, safe and welcoming shopping experiences, and drive sales through planning and teamwork.

You will develop schedules, train associates, monitor quality and shrink, maintain temperatures, and uphold company policies while reflecting Kroger's Customer 1st philosophy and core values.