Assistant Produce & Floral Manager

Healthy Living•South Burlington, VT

6d•$25•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Produce & Floral Manager is responsible for daily department functions specific to the department, ensures the department runs smoothly and effectively, purchases from all vendors and maintains strong vendor relationships. Teaches Produce department staff, provides direction, support, inspiration, and proficient training. Key Supervisory points of this position include hiring, training, and notifying the Produce and Floral Manager of any staffing issues that may arise. ensures timely and accurate replenishment buying, utilizing systems, HL software, auto-order, cycle counts and data reports to effectively purchase for the needs and budgetary goals of the company. The Assistant Produce & Floral Manager also serves as the “eyes and ears” for the Produce and Floral Manager and Category Manager (CM) for the Produce Department, providing their own observations, Guest feedback and general insights for the Manager, CM and VP of Purchasing and Retail Sales.

Requirements

High School Diploma
2+ years of retail leadership experience (grocery/natural foods preferred)
Strong knowledge of produce, ordering systems, and inventory management
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Flexible schedule, including early mornings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

Support daily operations of the Produce & Floral department, ensuring smooth workflow and organization
Lead and supervise staff by training, motivating, scheduling, and delegating tasks
Oversee ordering and inventory, including replenishment, backstock, shrink, and vendor communication
Ensure accurate and appealing merchandising, including display building, shelf stocking, and signage
Deliver outstanding guest service and model high standards for team interactions
Monitor sales, margins, and product performance to meet departmental goals
Maintain cleanliness, food safety, and compliance with all health standards
Participate in hiring and performance reviews alongside the department manager
Collaborate across departments and communicate effectively with key internal stakeholders
Attend required trainings, meetings, and contribute to department growth initiatives

Benefits

Health Insurance (we pay 75% you pay 25% for single health benefits)
Dental and Vision Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Flex Spending Accounts
Health Spending Accounts
Paid time off (Full time staff receive 2 weeks, gain additional week on 1st and 4th anniversary)
Sick time (Part time staff receive 40 hours of sick time a year)
Paid Maternity/Paternity time, up to 8 weeks paid time off!
Generous store discount: 20% off grocery, 20% off hot bar/salad bar/coffee and juice bar, 10% off beer, 20% off wine, 30% off vitamins/supplements
Half price one month bus passes
401(k): 100% match of the first 3% of the staff member’s contribution. 50% match on the staff member’s contribution above 3% and up to 5%. Staff are 100% vested in Healthy Living’s contribution from day one
Income advance program with North Country Federal Credit Union - AKA a loan program, another way we help you get money!
Free Celtics tickets
Plus many more!