Produce Team Leader

The successful candidate will be scheduled 40 hours per week, and must be available to work AM/PM, weekdays and weekends. Must be available to work at least one weekend day and one closing shift per week.
Regular Store Hours
Mon – Sat 8:00am – 7:00pm, Sun 9:00am – 7:00pm
Produce Team Leader
This is a very exciting opportunity. The Produce Team Leader is responsible for helping lead the team through living and promoting our five Core Values as well as maintaining the day-to-day operations within the department.
As part of our produce team, you are passionate about what helped get us started as a company – local and organic produce! This is an area that we are deeply rooted in and only offer 100% organic produce in our stores. As part of this role, you like helping others choose products that work best for their menu and giving some background on what farm their produce came from.

This role also ensures our displays are looking full and amazing with our colourful selection of fruits & vegetables.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
A passion for organic food and natural medicine and love of the retail and grocery industry
Excellent communication skills
Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills and the ability to set the standards for customer service in the Produce department
Strong problem solving, and decision‑making skills
An eye for merchandising and the ability to assist in managing inventory
Motivated by fast‑paced environment
Ability and desire to lead by example and create a positive, supportive working environment
Desire to motivate and train team members
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisor role
Previous food service or restaurant experience considered an asset
Strong organizational skills
Able to delegate and direct the work of others while working as a team
Knowledge of the retail environment
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
Working with the Produce Manager to ensure effective communication throughout the day on department priorities
Set daily priorities and pace for the team
Coaches team members and helps drives selling and promotion within the department throughout the day
Support the Produce Manager by actively working to meet operational standards
Train and promote the standard of Customer Service expected by all produce employees
Checklists are your jam! You create and complete them with ease with the assistance of the department team members
Ensures team training on produce items
Provides regular coaching and guidance
Adopts and encourages a positive environment
Assists with recording, monitoring, and reporting spillage
PERKS:
Competitive hiring wage range : $22.00 - 23.25 / hour
Health Spending Account (dental, vision, naturopathic practices + more)
Up to 25% store discount
Education allowance
Free swag (products, food, clothing + more)
Share in some laughs, air high‑fives, and fun each day
Put your passion into work that matters with a growing, BC-based company committed to be a better company for our customers, our employees, and the planet. We’ll surround you with a great team and a supportive learning environment where you can grow and thrive.
Nature's Fare Markets is an equal opportunity employer and as such we strive to foster a workplace where individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected.