Produce Department Manager – Freshness & Merchandising

Safeway; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Associate discounts

Health benefits

401k

Paid time off

Career growth

Job summary

Safeway in Kent, WA is seeking a Produce Department Manager to lead daily operations, ensuring freshness, quality, and excellent customer service. You will drive sales through effective merchandising, inventory control, and team leadership in a fast-paced department.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong leadership, coaching, and organizational skills, with a focus on food safety and guest satisfaction. Weekend and holiday availability may be required, with competitive wages and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a grocery department or similar retail team.
• Strong customer service mindset with attention to freshness.
• Ability to manage inventories and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Produce Department operations with a focus on freshness, quality, and customer service
• Deliver knowledgeable, friendly service and ensure associates demonstrate strong product knowledge
• Execute merchandising programs, planograms, seasonal sets, and promotional displays
• Maintain full, fresh, clean, and visually appealing produce displays at all times
• Manage product rotation, remove damaged items, and maintain freshness standards
• Order, receive, inspect, and store product following food safety and rotation guidelines
• Manage shrink through inventory controls, root-cause identification, and waste-reduction strategies
• Build and manage labor schedules aligned with business needs
• Train, coach, and develop produce associates while maintaining a positive team environment
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, safety, and company operational standards

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Organization

Problem solving

Job description

Safeway in Kent, WA is seeking a Produce Department Manager to lead daily operations, ensuring freshness, quality, and excellent customer service. You will drive sales through effective merchandising, inventory control, and team leadership in a fast-paced department.

Ideal candidates demonstrate strong leadership, coaching, and organizational skills, with a focus on food safety and guest satisfaction. Weekend and holiday availability may be required, with competitive wages and benefits.