Production Lead — Deli, Bakery & Produce

The Fresh Market Inc; Concordville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Team Member discount up to 40%

Early Earn Wage Access

401K contribution

Financial Wellness Program

Personal time off

Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, &

Life Insurance

Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, &

Job summary

The Fresh Market in Pennsylvania is seeking a Production Manager to lead the Production department, direct teams, and ensure efficient morning operations to deliver high-quality meals for guests. This fast-paced role requires strong leadership and a commitment to hospitality, safety, and cost control.

You will work 3 am–11 am alongside a team, with training through The Fresh Market Academy and opportunities to develop professionally; prior supermarket or retail management experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1+ year progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or general business.
• Strong leadership to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to deliver an exceptional guest experience while achieving performance goals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolutions skills.
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Food safety certification or ability to obtain post-hire.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage, and assist all functions of the Production department and demonstrate excellence for your team and guests.
• Manage the production for key items to support Deli-CMS, Meat-Seafood, Bakery, and Producedepartments.
• Properly receiving/stocking goods that follow rotation standards when replenishing product levels.
• Manage product to reduce shrink/damage.
• Direct teams to handle, cut, and prepare a variety of the department's meat, cheeses, bread, prepacked produce, and convenient meal solutions in the early morning while maintaining quality product levels as indicated within TFM standards.
• Provide team members through The Fresh Market Academy, including on-the-job and online training, to provide excellent guest service safely and securely while maintaining efficiency and minimizing product loss.
• Lead, engage, motivate, and manage team members to provide excellent guest service.
• Provide coaching for team members to further their development and increase retention.
• Create and manage team schedules, aligning production to support guest shopping hours to ensure guests receive a first-class experience.
• Ensure department adherence to all safety requirements and protocols, including food safety per TFM policies and per law.

Skills

Leadership

Team motivation

Communication

Problem solving

Scheduling tools

Education

Associate degree in business/retail management

Food safety certification

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Fresh Market in Pennsylvania is seeking a Production Manager to lead the Production department, direct teams, and ensure efficient morning operations to deliver high-quality meals for guests. This fast-paced role requires strong leadership and a commitment to hospitality, safety, and cost control.

You will work 3 am–11 am alongside a team, with training through The Fresh Market Academy and opportunities to develop professionally; prior supermarket or retail management experience is preferred.