Assistant Produce Manager

The Assistant Produce Manager supports the Produce Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the Produce Department. This position helps ensure high-quality product presentation exceptional customer service food safety compliance inventory control and department profitability. The Assistant Produce Manager assists with leading and developing associates while maintaining fresh appealing displays that drive sales and enhance the customer experience.

• Assist in managing the daily operation of the Produce Department.
• Ensure produce displays are fully stocked visually appealing and maintained throughout the day.
• Monitor product quality freshness rotation and proper inventory levels.
• Support department merchandising plans promotional programs and seasonal displays.
• Maintain a clean organized and safe department environment.

• Deliver outstanding customer service and create a positive shopping experience.
• Assist customers with product selection preparation suggestions and special requests.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.
• Promote a customer-focused culture among department associates.

• Ensure compliance with food safety sanitation and health regulations.
• Monitor proper storage handling rotation and temperature control procedures.
• Maintain department standards for freshness quality and cleanliness.
• Support department readiness for inspections audits and operational reviews.

• Assist with ordering receiving and inventory management.
• Help control shrink spoilage and department expenses.
• Monitor product movement and adjust inventory levels as needed.
• Support achievement of sales margin and profitability goals.
• Analyze department performance and assist in implementing improvement strategies.

• Assist in training coaching and developing produce associates.
• Promote teamwork accountability and a positive work environment.
• Help coordinate schedules and daily work assignments.
• Provide feedback and support associate development efforts.
• Assume department leadership responsibilities when the Produce Manager is absent.

• Ensure attractive abundant and well-maintained produce displays.
• Maintain proper signage and pricing accuracy.
• Monitor seasonal opportunities and market trends.
• Support initiatives that drive customer engagement and sales growth.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous produce grocery retail or related experience required.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of fresh produce handling merchandising and inventory management.
• Strong customer service communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings weekends and holidays.

• Ability to stand walk bend reach and lift throughout scheduled shifts.
• Frequently lift and carry products weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in refrigerated and wet environments.
• Ability to push pull and maneuver carts and produce displays safely.

• Team leadership and associate development.
• Fresh product merchandising and display execution.
• Inventory management and shrink control.
• Customer service excellence.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

This position can provide a pathway to roles such as:

• Produce Manager
• Sales Manager
• Assistant Store Director
• Store Director
• District-Level Operations Leadership

The Assistant Produce Manager plays a vital role in ensuring department success by maintaining high standards for product quality supporting associate development driving sales and delivering an exceptional shopping experience for every customer.