SUMMARY
Assist the Produce Manager in supervising department operations including but not limited to maximizing gross margins, promoting sales, controlling inventory and expenses. The Assistant Produce Manager's responsibilities cover the overall operation and success of the produce department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction
- Knows seasonality, use, and taste of products offered
- Quality assurance checks of department
- Proper handling and rotation of product
- Trains and develops produce team
- Sets the example for and encourage customer engagement
- Promotes and supports established programs
- Day to day operational procedures to ensure stock level, inventory, and cleanliness
- Communicates with and receive product from approved vendors
- Promotes sales
- Works within company programs, policies and procedures
- Other duties as assigned
KEY ATTRIBUTES
Naturally friendlySmiles easyGenuinely enjoys taking care of the customerProduce knowledgeSelf-motivatedHigh energy levelEfficientProblem solving skillsSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Directly supervises Associates.Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training Associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching Associates;Addressing complaints and resolving problems.EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED);One to three months related experience and / or training;Or equivalent combination of education and experience.LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Write routine reports and correspondence.Speak effectively before groups of customers or Associates of organization.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), weights and measuresCERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Food Handlers Certificate provided at store levelRECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heelSafety CutterPallet jackLadderStepladderComputerUniform per store policyAssociates may be required to use standard produce equipment including, but not limited to,KnivesWrapperPHYSICAL DEMANDS
Regularly (Over 2 / 3 of the time)
StandWalkUse hands to finger, handle, or feelReach with hands and armsTasteCommunicate with associates and customersLift and / or move up to 25 poundsFrequently (Between 1 / 3 to 2 / 3 of the time)
StoopBalanceKneelCrouchLift and / or move up to 50 poundsOccasionally (Less than 1 / 3 of the time)
SitCrawlLift and / or move up to 100 poundsVision
CloseDistancePeripheralDepth perceptionAbility to adjust focusAbility to distinguish colorsWORK ENVIRONMENT
Frequently
Moving mechanical partsOccasionally
Wet and / or humid conditionsChemicals while cleaningNoise Level
ModeratePAY RANGE (depends on industry experience)
$17 up to $25 / hour (IL Locations Only)
BENEFITS (eligibility based on full-time / part-time status)
Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)Life InsuranceVoluntary BenefitsPaid Time OffRetirement PlansEmployee Assistance ProgramNiemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.Position requirements may vary by store locationPId932d029684c-30511-37693059