Produce Department Manager — Lead Freshness & Service

Safeway; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Safeway in Tucson seeks a Produce Department Manager to direct daily operations, lead staff, and ensure product freshness and quality. You will train team members, supervise scheduling and performance, and uphold health and safety standards while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires strong merchandising skills, inventory control, and the ability to implement promotional displays and efficient procedures to meet store goals.

Qualifications

• Experience directing a Produce Department or similar grocery department.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to train staff.
• Knowledge of health and food safety standards and department policies.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day operations of the Produce Department to meet service, sales and profit goals.
• Supervise, motivate, and train produce personnel; assist with hiring and scheduling to meet budgets.
• Ensure product freshness, quality, rotation, and proper merchandising; manage inventory and shrink.
• Create promotional displays, monitor labeling and signage, and oversee safety and sanitation practices.
• Respond to customer inquiries and resolve complaints while upholding company service standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Inventory management

Merchandising

Training

Communication

Tools

POS software

Inventory software

Job description

Safeway in Tucson seeks a Produce Department Manager to direct daily operations, lead staff, and ensure product freshness and quality. You will train team members, supervise scheduling and performance, and uphold health and safety standards while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires strong merchandising skills, inventory control, and the ability to implement promotional displays and efficient procedures to meet store goals.