Produce Team Leader

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

Since 1949, Caraluzzi's Markets has been a family-owned and operated grocery store serving the Connecticut communities of Bethel, Wilton, Danbury, and Newtown. Our stores are packed with fresh produce, scratch-baked goods, chef-prepared meals, dock-fresh seafood, butcher-cut meats, and a wide selection of grocery, dairy, and frozen favorites. Caraluzzi's prides itself on product selection, customer-focused service, and having the best team around-many of whom spend the majority of their careers with us. Widely recognized as a progressive and forward-thinking independent grocer, we invite you to come grow with us!

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Produce Team Leader to join our produce management team. The Produce Team Leader is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Produce and Floral Department while ensuring exceptional customer service, high product quality, proper inventory levels, and efficient department operations. This position plays an important role in supporting the success of the department through effective leadership, employee development, product knowledge, and a commitment to providing an exceptional experience for our customers.

Key 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.
• Review incoming deliveries for accuracy and quality
• Utilize weekly buying guide to determine sourcing
• Train, develop, motivate, and provide direction to department employees.
• Maintain strong knowledge of produce products, including product quality, handling, storage, and merchandising.
• Monitor department performance and ensure company standards and procedures are consistently followed.
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining productivity and attention to detail.
• Additional experience and knowledge of floral operations is preferred.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of produce experience, with prior management experience required.
• Strong knowledge of produce products, quality standards, merchandising, and department operations.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Positive attitude and ability to work effectively with customers, employees, and management.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and a flexible schedule as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move up to 50lbs regularly
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, lift, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to work in a multi-temperature environment, including refrigerated areas.

Perks, Benefits & Career Growth

At Caraluzzi's Markets, we believe in recognizing and rewarding hard work with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Comprehensive healthcare; medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan assistance
• Vacation time off
• Paid sick time and paid holidays
• Family oriented promote from within culture
• Opportunities for career advancement and growth

Other Info

This document provides a general summary of the essential responsibilities and duties and is not meant to include all job duties or requirements for every position.

Compensation is based on a range of factors, including experience, skills, training, certifications, and overall business needs. While we aim to be competitive within our pay ranges, starting rates are typically determined by individual qualifications, and initial offers are not typically made at or near the top of the stated range.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or handicap, or any other legally protected status.

Salary: $23.00 - $35.00 per hour