Produce Lead | Freshness, Inventory & Team Growth

Mother's Market & Kitchen; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

In-store discounts

Job summary

Mothers Market in Huntington Beach is seeking a Produce Manager to oversee the daily operations of the produce department, ensuring quality, freshness, and customer satisfaction.

You will lead a team, manage inventory and pricing, develop staff, and coordinate merchandising efforts while upholding safety and sanitation standards to support a thriving, wellness-focused store.

This role offers hands-on leadership, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for growth within a mission-driven company.

Qualifications

• Retail produce experience and strong customer service skills.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Ability to stand, lift up to 70 pounds, and work in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations: oversee produce department workflows; manage inventory, pricing, and product placement.
• Support and develop staff: coordinate training, manage schedules, and provide leadership to team members.
• Ensure quality standards: monitor product freshness, remove spoilage, and maintain cleanliness.
• Track performance: review sales and labor metrics; implement strategies to meet department goals.
• Enhance merchandising: create attractive produce displays and execute product placement strategies.
• Take initiative: step into staff roles as needed, including opening, closing, and covering shifts.

Skills

Retail produce experience

Supervisory experience

Customer service

English proficiency

Job description

Mothers Market in Huntington Beach is seeking a Produce Manager to oversee the daily operations of the produce department, ensuring quality, freshness, and customer satisfaction.

You will lead a team, manage inventory and pricing, develop staff, and coordinate merchandising efforts while upholding safety and sanitation standards to support a thriving, wellness-focused store.

This role offers hands-on leadership, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for growth within a mission-driven company.