Produce Manager

Key Responsibilities ? When a guest enters my area or department, my first and most important responsibility becomes to acknowledge, greet, and engage that guest ? Responsible for hiring, training and performance management of team members ? Responsible for communication of information distribution to entire department ? Responsible for maintaining positive atmosphere, spirit and morale within the department ? Demonstrate effective leadership skills by managing time and delegation ? Develop team members and future leaders utilizing available materials and systems ? Support and execute division concepts and programs ? Accountable for executing and meeting financial goals ? Responsible for identifying areas of opportunity throughout the store and within the department ? Ensure quality and consistent product availability and solutions to our guests ? Responsible for safeguarding, controlling and monitoring all department assets, ensuring policies and procedures are implemented for control of assets ? Practice safe work habits; maintain a high level of store cleanliness, organization, and a safe work environment; encourage team members to do the same ? Oversee that department systems and processes are utilized consistently and correctly ? Direct meetings with the department leadership team to effectively plan production and promotion goals ? Verify team member schedules against business needs ? Coach and discipline team members as necessary in accordance with policy and procedures with support from Talent Management ? Verify all books and manuals are kept updated ? Oversee inventory process and reporting ? Oversee that Food Safety Procedures are adhered to ? Approve all purchase orders and maintain adequate levels ? Responsible for training and testing checkers in accurate produce recognition to ensure guest satisfaction and correct register charges ? Demonstrate good conflict management skills ? Perform other duties assigned by upper management Key Requirements ? Must be 18 years of age or older ? High School Diploma or equivalent ? Minimum of 1 years' experience as a Produce Assistant Manager ? The Department Manager is required to work the scheduled work shift or as needed to meet the needs of the store guests and team members ? Ability to work and communicate with all levels of management and subordinates in a professional manner ? Ability to self-motivate, problem-solve and work with minimal supervision ? Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 60 lbs. and push and pull up to 100 lbs. ? Ability to work within a fridge and/or freezer for long periods of time ? Be able to perform all other physical aspects of the position including but not limited to bending, squatting, standing, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, and walking ? Must possess technical skills to perform basic math and computer tasks (Word, Excel, and Email). ? Ability to work at fast-paced, but efficient and controlled manner ? Must maintain Certified Food Safety Manager certification ? Bilingual English/Spanish a plus ? Ability to receive phone calls at home ? Must be flexible to work various hours/shifts, including weekends and holidays ? Must attend meetings, including out-of-town, requiring overnight stays ? Must be able to transfer to another store within the area ? Ability to function as a team member and get along with others This job description is intended to provide a high-level of general requirements for this position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.