Produce Department Leader: Elevate Customer Experience

Kroger; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Kroger in Jefferson City, MO is seeking a Produce Department Lead to supervise daily operations and deliver outstanding customer service. You will manage product quality, pricing, inventory and safety standards while guiding a team of associates.

You will develop schedules, train staff, implement promotions in coordination with store leadership, and help achieve department sales and profitability goals in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent oral/written communication skills are required.
• Knowledge of basic math for counting and pricing.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a fast-paced retail setting.
• Current food handler permit once employed is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates with a positive attitude.
• Communicate department information to associates and manage scheduling to handle customer volume.
• Develop and implement a department business plan and oversee promotions with store management.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, and inventory accuracy; enforce safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist management with budget, expense control, and financial reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Stress management

Food handler permit

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Computer Assisted Ordering (CAO)

Job description

Kroger in Jefferson City, MO is seeking a Produce Department Lead to supervise daily operations and deliver outstanding customer service. You will manage product quality, pricing, inventory and safety standards while guiding a team of associates.

You will develop schedules, train staff, implement promotions in coordination with store leadership, and help achieve department sales and profitability goals in a fast-paced retail environment.