Produce Department Lead - Grow, Lead & Thrive

Fresh Thyme Market; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Team member discount

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Fresh Thyme Market in Naperville is seeking a Produce Department Manager to lead all duties in the Produce area, including staff management, inventory control, pricing, and safety compliance.

You will hire and train staff, schedule shifts, coach performance, and ensure outstanding customer service, proper product handling, and accurate labeling while collaborating with cross-functional teams. A strong focus on safety, math accuracy, and loss prevention is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of professional grocery retail experience.
• Experience in Produce department is preferred.
• Strong math and detail orientation.

Responsibilities

• Prepares weekly sales and labor projections for the Produce Department.
• Monitors costs, inventory, and shrink.
• Manages staff including hiring, training, scheduling, and reviews.
• Ensures cleanliness and safety in the Produce area.
• Responds to customer needs and assists with product selection.

Skills

Staff management

Inventory control

Customer service

MS Office

Pricing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Fresh Thyme Market in Naperville is seeking a Produce Department Manager to lead all duties in the Produce area, including staff management, inventory control, pricing, and safety compliance.

You will hire and train staff, schedule shifts, coach performance, and ensure outstanding customer service, proper product handling, and accurate labeling while collaborating with cross-functional teams. A strong focus on safety, math accuracy, and loss prevention is essential.