PRODUCE/PRIMETIME ASST DEPT LEADER

Baker's; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated leadership support professional to enhance customer experience and drive sales. This role involves partnering with store leaders to cultivate a high-performance culture while ensuring associates receive the necessary training and support. The ideal candidate will excel in communication, manage stress effectively, and uphold the company's core values of respect and integrity. Join a team that values personal growth and offers diverse career pathways, making a meaningful impact in the community by serving customers with excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling

Emotional and financial support

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Ability to manage stress and basic math skills required.

Responsibilities

• Promote trust among associates and communicate effectively.
• Train and develop associates while meeting performance goals.
• Ensure product quality and maintain merchandising standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Basic math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Leadership Support and Customer Experience

Provide leadership support and direction during primetime hours (3p-7p M-F; 11a-7p Sat/Sun) to drive sales and enhance the customer experience. Partner with the store leader and department leader to develop a high-performance culture where associates are aligned with the business strategy and receive the necessary knowledge and training to deliver a consistently great experience for Every Customer, Every Time. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Company Background

Based primarily in Omaha, Nebraska, Baker's merged with The Kroger Company in 2001. Today, we're proudly serving Baker's customers in 11 stores across Nebraska. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, with a shared purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit.

Our Culture and Opportunities

We value people and strive to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care, helping you feed your future. Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career path, we invite you to apply and become part of our Baker's family!

Benefits

What you'll receive from us:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave.
• Emotional and financial support via Employee Assistance Program and financial coaching.
• Associate discounts on various purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth through training and diverse career pathways.

For more details, please visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Requirements

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Basic math skills (counting, addition, subtraction)

Desired Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in produce, retail, or management
• Second language skills (speaking, reading, or writing)

Responsibilities

• Promote trust and respect among associates and communicate effectively
• Establish and meet department performance goals
• Ensure timely order fulfillment and proper product rotation
• Train and develop associates, participate in performance appraisals
• Create a welcoming environment for customers, answer questions, and promote products
• Maintain merchandising standards, ensure product quality and freshness
• Implement sales promotions and inform staff of current promotions
• Maintain in-stock levels and execute promotional plans
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of backroom and display areas
• Plan and organize inventory processes, maintain temperature logs
• Reinforce safety procedures, identify unsafe conditions, and report hazards
• Comply with all laws and company policies
• Perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation