Produce Team Lead — Fresh, Training & Growth

Caraluzzi's Markets; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Paid vacation time

Paid sick time and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Caraluzzi's Markets is seeking a motivated Produce Team Leader to oversee daily Produce and Floral operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, quality, and proper inventory control.

Lead, develop, and direct department staff, while maintaining high standards of product knowledge and merchandising. Evening/weekend availability is required, and floral experience is a plus. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of produce experience, with prior management experience.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and a flexible schedule as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the Produce Department, ensuring efficient and organized department performance.
• Maintain proper inventory levels while minimizing waste and maintaining product freshness.
• Ensure high standards of product quality, presentation, freshness, and overall department appearance.
• Provide exceptional customer service and respond professionally to customer questions, concerns, and requests.
• Train, develop, motivate, and provide direction to department employees.
• Monitor department performance and ensure company standards and procedures are consistently followed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Customer service

Teamwork

Job description

Caraluzzi's Markets is seeking a motivated Produce Team Leader to oversee daily Produce and Floral operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, quality, and proper inventory control.

Lead, develop, and direct department staff, while maintaining high standards of product knowledge and merchandising. Evening/weekend availability is required, and floral experience is a plus. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this role.