Fresh Manager

About the role:

We’re seeking an experienced Fresh Manager to oversee our client’s produce, deli, and perishables sections. The ideal candidate understands the importance of freshness, presentation, and customer experience — ensuring every display reflects excellence.

Responsible for maintaining exceptional standards in all fresh departments — fruit & veg, deli, butchery, and seafood. Focused on freshness, merchandising, and customer satisfaction.

• Manage daily operations across fresh produce, deli, and cold foods.
• Maintain product quality, stock rotation, and freshness standards.
• Drive sales through attractive merchandising and strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor shrinkage, wastage, and implement effective controls.
• Lead and develop the fresh department team to deliver exceptional service.

• 5 years’ retail experience in a fresh foods environment (deli, produce, butchery).
• A passion for quality and customer experience.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and stock management proficiency.

A key leadership role ensuring the store’s reputation for premium quality and freshness — ideal for a candidate from a premium award winning fresh store.