PRODUCE/LEAD CLERK

Mariano's; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mariano's is seeking a Produce Department Manager to oversee daily operations, ensuring exceptional customer service and product quality. The role involves managing inventory, supervising staff, and adhering to safety regulations while providing a safe and inviting environment for customers. Candidates should possess effective communication skills and experience in management or the produce department.

Benefits

Extensive healthcare options

Flexible scheduling

Emotional and financial support

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• Current food handler permit upon employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and merchandising in the Produce department.
• Ensure product quality and maintain a safe work environment.
• Develop departmental goals and adhere to safety regulations.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Basic math knowledge

Ability to handle stressful situations

Job description

Create outstanding customer experiences through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe, clean, and inviting environment that encourages customer loyalty. Achieve sales and profit goals for the department, while monitoring and maintaining quality assurance standards. Direct and supervise all functions, duties, and activities within the Produce department, supporting daily operations. Embrace the Customer 1st strategy and motivate associates to deliver excellent service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Based in Illinois, Mariano's merged with The Kroger Company in 2015. Today, we proudly serve customers across over 40 stores in the Chicago Metro area.

As part of the Kroger family, we are committed to bringing diverse teams together with a shared passion for food and people, with a common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we strive to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the heart of it all.

We value people and aim to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with the care and resources you need. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career path, we offer fresh opportunities. Apply today to join our Mariano's family!

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete your application or participate in the hiring process, please call 844-849-7136 or contact the store management.

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Extensive healthcare options: medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions, through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling for full- and part-time roles, with paid time off, holidays, and sick leave based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support, including free counseling and confidential financial coaching.
• Associate discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth via industry-leading training and diverse career pathways.

For more details, please visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum requirements:

• At least 18 years old
• Effective communication skills
• Basic math knowledge (counting, addition, subtraction)
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Current food handler permit upon employment

Preferred qualifications:

• Management experience
• Produce department experience

Additional responsibilities include adhering to all safety and food safety regulations, developing departmental goals, managing inventory and merchandising, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a safe work environment. The role requires physical stamina, including working in refrigerated areas and lifting up to 50 pounds.