Produce Manager

Safeway; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Training and career development

Job summary

Albertsons Safeway in Salt Lake City is seeking a Produce Manager to lead day-to-day operations of the produce department. You will create visually appealing displays, ensure product freshness, and supervise associates to deliver an exceptional shopping experience.

The role requires strong customer service, team leadership, and knowledge of inventory management and food safety. Flexibility for weekends and varying shifts is essential to meet store needs.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to train and supervise staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing department inventories, budgets, and forecasts.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, labeling, and safety regulations.
• Reliable with flexible availability including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the produce department.
• Create visually appealing, high-quality displays.
• Oversee staff performance and scheduling.
• Ensure freshness, proper rotation, and accurate pricing.
• Receive deliveries and prepare produce for sale.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Communication

Inventory management

Food safety & quality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Albertsons Companies is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every market it serves. The organization includes 2,230 stores, 27 distribution facilities and 19 manufacturing plants with over 250,000 employees across 34 states and the District of Columbia. The company is publicly traded with supermarkets across the country that includes: Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw's, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos.

Day in the Life of a Produce Manager

The Produce Manager leads the day-to-day operations of the produce department, creating visually appealing, high-quality displays while ensuring organization, freshness, and food safety. This role combines creativity, customer focus, and leadership, overseeing team performance and delivering an exceptional shopping experience that supports the health and well-being of the community.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver outstanding customer service and resolve concerns professionally
• Train, schedule, and supervise produce associates
• Manage department budgets, sales forecasts, inventory, and financial goals
• Execute merchandising, marketing, and promotional plans
• Ensure product freshness, proper rotation, code dating, and accurate pricing
• Receive deliveries, build and maintain displays, and prepare produce for sale
• Maintain compliance with food safety, sanitation, labeling, and safety regulations
• Perform daily operational tasks including cleaning, temperature checks, and inventory management
• Support corporate and divisional initiatives consistently and effectively

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervise and support produce department staff

Job Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to follow policies, procedures, and instructions
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Self-motivated with a passion for learning and product knowledge
• Reliable, flexible availability including weekends, holidays, and varying shifts
• Prior management experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
• Capability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and push/pull carts or dollies as needed
• Regular bending, reaching, gripping, and occasional kneeling or twisting
• Capacity to work safely around wet floors, equipment, and varying temperatures

Why Join Albertsons Safeway

Albertsons Safeway is a people-first organization committed to inclusion, growth, and exceptional customer service. Team members enjoy a supportive environment with competitive pay, flexible scheduling, training, career development opportunities, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.

Work Environment

• Primarily a temperature-controlled retail environment
• Occasional exposure to varying outdoor temperatures
• Duties may vary by location and business needs