Produce Dept Manager in Training

99 Ranch Market; Chino Hills (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 4% Company Match

Employee Referral Bonus up to $600

Paid Time Off

Job summary

99 Ranch Market in Chino Hills is seeking a Management in Training (MIT) for an engaging and dynamic role in the Produce department. The MIT position offers opportunities for advancement into management within approximately 3-5 months based on performance and experience.

The ideal candidate will oversee department operations, drive sales, and ensure exceptional customer service. Responsibilities include inventory management, customer interaction, and adherence to safety regulations. The position provides full-time employment at $25 per hour with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1 year of supervisory experience in the produce department or equivalent.
• Bilingual in English/Mandarin, English/Cantonese, or English/Spanish is preferred.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Food Handler’s certificate.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation of the Produce department to increase product exposure.
• Ensure department team members provide excellent customer service.
• Drive department sales to achieve sales and margin targets.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Bilingual (English/Mandarin, English/Cantonese, or English/Spanish)

Ability to work weekends and holidays

Job description

99 Ranch Market is one of the largest Asian supermarket chains in the United States, with over 64 store locations across the country. We welcome new members to join and grow along with our team.

Summary

The Management in Training (MIT) position is a short-term transitional role that provides employees with work assignments and training opportunities to prepare for promotion to the store’s Produce Department Manager. Participants may progress to a management position within approximately 3‑5 months, depending on prior experience, performance, and learning progress during the Management Training Program (MTP).

Responsibilities

• Overall Department Operation – Oversee the operation of the Produce department from product preparation and display to material distribution and inventory control to increase product exposure and process efficiency for higher sales.
• Customer Service – Ensure department team members provide excellent service, identify early issues, propose action plans, and address customer suggestions and complaints to enhance service quality.
• Sales & Financial Performance – Drive department sales to achieve sales and margin targets, control labor and stock loss, analyze sales data, and meet company financial projections.
• PI Count & System Usage – Use the company system to track product sales and inventory, ensure accurate inventory numbers, and conduct monthly physical inventory counts efficiently.
• EE Management – Supervise, delegate, and schedule tasks to employees with constructive feedback, recommend disciplinary actions, transfers, promotions, hiring, and rate increases in consultation with HR, including training on equipment operation and product handling.
• Omni & HQ Support – Assist with Omni channel services, accounting, administrative, maintenance, and marketing duties, identifying efficient weekly marketing plans to maximize sales.
• Ordering & Receiving – Make reasonable product orders according to the company’s schedule and deadlines, and check product quality and quantity when receiving.
• Stocking & Processing – Distribute, refill, and rotate deliveries and stock using FIFO methods, manage cutting, trimming, and packing of products into saleable sizes and labeling for accurate pricing.
• Display – Manage and decorate the store with attractive product displays and proper signage, create and distribute promotional materials, and ensure correct shelf tags to drive sales and marketing initiatives.
• Cashier & Product Return – Lead all cash handling and product return procedures, complete checkout accurately, and handle expired or recalled products to reduce waste.
• Compliance, Loss Prevention, & Reporting – Safeguard department assets, implement company policies, resolve accidents and violations, and report incidents to ASM/SM/DM.
• Safety – Maintain a safe and sanitary working environment and comply with internal procedures and all relevant safety codes.
• Maintenance – Clean and maintain equipment, monitor temperatures, coordinate maintenance, and keep accurate logs in accordance with company policies and health regulations.
• Sustainability – Manage expiration dates, remove expired products from shelves, and reorder new stock timely.
• Promotion & Demo – Follow company procedures to plan promotion events, prepare product quantities, set prices, and arrange demonstrations when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• 1 year of supervisory experience in the produce department or equivalent.
• Bilingual in English/Mandarin, English/Cantonese, or English/Spanish is preferred.
• Ability to work assigned schedules, including weekends and holidays.
• Must possess or be able to obtain a Food Handler’s certificate.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of food production processes, product lines, and labeling.
• Understanding of employment laws and compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations established by the company and government.
• Advanced attention to detail, communication, leadership, and time‑management skills.
• Advanced active listening, execution, critical thinking, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adhere to constant and challenging deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to coach and mentor team members with professional maturity.
• Ability to set goals and guide employees to complete duties effectively.
• Ability to inspect and evaluate product quality.
• Proficiency with computer programs and software for data entry and processing.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing and walking.
• Manual dexterity to grasp, manipulate, and assemble objects.
• Work in environments that may be wet or dry with varying temperatures and noise levels.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with appropriate equipment.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Can work with or without reasonable accommodations.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Full Time (48 hours per week)
• Salary: $25 per hour

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a 4% Company Match
• Employee Referral Bonus up to $600
• Employee Recognition Program
• Long‑Term Service Award
• Employee Discount
• Paid Time Off

We are an equal‑opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.