Produce Manager — Lead Fresh, High-Impact Team

Mother; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

In-store discounts

Job summary

Mother's Market seeks a Produce Manager to oversee daily operations of the produce department, ensuring freshness, quality, and exceptional customer service. You will lead a team, manage inventory, and contribute to store-wide success.

Responsibilities include training staff, scheduling, maintaining product displays, monitoring shrink, and upholding safety and cleanliness standards in a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in retail produce and strong customer service skills.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.
• Verbal proficiency in English.
• Ability to stand for long periods, 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 & develop staff: Coordinate training, manage schedules, provide leadership to team members.
• Ensure quality standards: Monitor product freshness, remove spoilage, 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 experience

Customer service

Supervisory experience

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Job description

Mother's Market seeks a Produce Manager to oversee daily operations of the produce department, ensuring freshness, quality, and exceptional customer service. You will lead a team, manage inventory, and contribute to store-wide success.

Responsibilities include training staff, scheduling, maintaining product displays, monitoring shrink, and upholding safety and cleanliness standards in a dynamic retail environment.