Assistant Produce Manager

Position Summary

The Assistant Produce Manager supports the Produce Manager in overseeing daily department operations, ensuring fresh, high-quality products, strong sales performance, and an outstanding customer experience. This role helps lead the produce team, maintains merchandising standards, and ensures food safety and inventory controls are consistently executed.

• Assist in managing daily produce department functions including stocking, rotation, and product presentation
• Ensure product freshness, quality, and proper handling at all times
• Maintain accurate pricing, signage, and planogram execution
• Support ordering and inventory management to achieve optimal in-stock conditions

• Deliver exceptional service by assisting customers with product selection and providing product knowledge
• Resolve customer concerns quickly and professionally
• Promote seasonal items, featured products, and healthy meal solutions

• Support inventory accuracy through proper receiving, stocking, and rotation (FIFO) practices
• Monitor and reduce shrink through proper handling, culling, and storage procedures
• Assist with periodic inventory counts and department audits

• Support supervision of produce associates, ensuring productivity and adherence to standards
• Assist with training, coaching, and developing team members
• Help create a positive, team-oriented work environment focused on accountability and performance

• Maintain a clean, fully stocked, and visually appealing department
• Build and maintain attractive displays that drive sales
• Ensure wet rack, tables, and displays are properly rotated, filled, and signed

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations
• Maintain proper temperature control and product handling standards
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of grocery or produce experience preferred
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience is a plus
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Knowledge of produce products, handling, and merchandising preferred

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs frequently
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and work in wet/cold conditions for extended periods
• Flexible schedule including early mornings, weekends, and holidays

• Product Quality & Freshness Focus
• Customer Service Excellence
• Leadership & Team Support Attention to Detail
• Merchandising Execution

• Produce Manager
• Assistant Sales Manager
• Store Leadership Roles