Produce Dept Leader - Lead People & Merchandising

Quality Food Centers, Inc; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Quality Food Centers, Inc. is seeking a Produce Department Manager in Bellevue to lead the department, train staff, manage pricing, and ensure excellent customer service. You will plan schedules, monitor inventories, and uphold company policies while promoting safety and integrity.

You will oversee hiring decisions, supervise salad bar operations, and maintain a clean, efficient department. Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills are essential for success in a fast-paced retail

Qualifications

• Flexible to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, nights as needed.
• Willing to work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Understanding of department operations: managing people, merchandising, inventory, shrink control, labor scheduling, expenses, etc.
• Working knowledge of produce and preparation and general store operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication with employees, customers, and supervision.
• Ability to make quick, intelligent decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Develop maximum customer relations by produce department personnel through personal example of friendliness and courtesy.
• Be alert and assist in store security.
• Handle customer complaints promptly and professionally.
• Oversee hiring, firing, discipline, transfers, and evaluation of produce staff.
• Provide training on price marking and customer service.
• Supervise salad bar operations.

Skills

People management

merchandising

Communication

Labor scheduling

Customer service

Decision making

Stress management

Adaptability

Job description

Quality Food Centers, Inc. is seeking a Produce Department Manager in Bellevue to lead the department, train staff, manage pricing, and ensure excellent customer service. You will plan schedules, monitor inventories, and uphold company policies while promoting safety and integrity.

You will oversee hiring decisions, supervise salad bar operations, and maintain a clean, efficient department. Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills are essential for success in a fast-paced retail