Assistant Produce Manager

The Assistant Produce Manager supports the Produce Manager in overseeing all aspects of Produce Department operations including merchandising inventory management customer service associate development food safety compliance and financial performance. This position helps ensure the department maintains the highest standards of freshness quality presentation and customer satisfaction while contributing to sales growth and operational excellence.

• Assist in managing daily Produce Department operations.
• Ensure products are properly stocked rotated culled and displayed according to company standards.
• Maintain attractive and abundant produce displays that promote sales and enhance the shopping experience.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering to support business needs while minimizing shrink.
• Support seasonal merchandising programs promotional displays and departmental initiatives.
• Ensure department readiness throughout all operating hours.

• Provide exceptional customer service and create a welcoming shopping experience.
• Assist customers with product selection preparation suggestions and produce-related questions.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Promote department sales through product knowledge and customer engagement.
• Maintain service standards that drive customer satisfaction and loyalty.

• Assist with training coaching and development of Produce associates.
• Provide daily direction and support to department team members.
• Promote teamwork accountability and a positive work environment.
• Help enforce company policies procedures and performance expectations.
• Assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Produce Manager.

• Ensure department displays are fresh well-stocked and visually appealing.
• Monitor product quality and remove damaged or unsellable merchandise.
• Assist with inventory control and shrink reduction efforts.
• Support accurate receiving storage and rotation procedures.
• Ensure pricing signage and merchandising standards are executed consistently.

• Ensure compliance with food safety sanitation health and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor product handling storage temperatures and freshness standards.
• Maintain clean organized and safe work areas.
• Promote safe work practices and proper equipment use.
• Support departmental audit and inspection readiness.

• Assist in achieving departmental sales gross profit shrink and labor goals.
• Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support initiatives designed to improve productivity and profitability.
• Help control expenses through effective inventory and labor management.
• Contribute to overall department success through strong execution and accountability.

• Previous produce grocery retail or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of produce merchandising and handling practices preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lead motivate and develop associates.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Basic computer inventory management and operational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

• Frequent standing walking bending reaching pushing pulling and lifting.
• Ability to lift and move products consistent with department requirements.
• Ability to work in refrigerated environments and varying store conditions.
• Flexible availability including evenings weekends and holidays.

• Leadership
• Customer Focus
• Team Development
• Merchandising
• Inventory Management
• Food Safety Compliance
• Communication
• Operational Excellence
• Problem Solving
• Organization & Planning
• Accountability
• Results Orientation
• Attention to Detail
• Quality Focus