Produce Manager: Lead Merchandising & Operations

FOOD GIANT SUPERMARKETS INC; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Houchens Food Group in Paducah, KY is seeking a Produce Manager to lead and oversee daily operations in the produce department. The role focuses on maintaining product quality, achieving sales targets, and supervising department staff to ensure efficient service.

You will coordinate receiving, stocking, pricing, shelf presentation, and safety standards. The job requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work in coolers, follow safety policies, and communicate in English.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a grocery produce department preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in coolers.
• Excellent communication and supervisory skills.
• Fluent English

Responsibilities

• Achieves desired gross profit.
• Projects sales and labor needs.
• Orders product per established guidelines.
• Receives and unloads truck deliveries.
• Establishes daily assignments and priorities for staff.
• Follows guidelines for hiring, training, and performance issues.
• Prices items using a pricing gun and ensures correct labeling.
• Rotates stock according to shelf life and product expiration dates.
• Maintains a neat and safe work area and follows safety policies.
• Works in temperature extremes and stands/walks for extended periods.

Skills

Leadership

English fluency

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Pricing gun

Stock handling equipment

Job description

Houchens Food Group in Paducah, KY is seeking a Produce Manager to lead and oversee daily operations in the produce department. The role focuses on maintaining product quality, achieving sales targets, and supervising department staff to ensure efficient service.

You will coordinate receiving, stocking, pricing, shelf presentation, and safety standards. The job requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, work in coolers, follow safety policies, and communicate in English.