Assistant Produce Manager

Albertsons Companies•Bellingham, WA

13d•$22 - $29

About The Position

The Assistant Produce Manager supports produce department operations and team leadership. The role includes preparing fresh produce for sale; receiving, washing, cutting, stocking, rotating, and displaying merchandise; helping manage orders, storage, daily plans, and weekly schedules; and maintaining accurate records for damaged or spoiled items. The position also supports crew training, coaching, work assignments, huddles, guest service, product knowledge, promotions, and point-of-sale maintenance. The posting includes bakery-related responsibilities and refers to bakery crew members and products in several places.

Requirements

Department operations experience or equivalent education sufficient to understand the nature of every position within the department.
Ability to learn basic knowledge of all products carried in the department, including willingness to taste and evaluate produce products.
Ability to follow instructions and procedures for proper handling of knives and other equipment.
Strong work ethic and ability to follow instructions and procedures while applying effective time-management skills.
Math skills, including adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing, following recipes, completing sales transactions, and calculating discounts.
Ability to use the Microsoft Office suite.
Excellent communication skills and ability to interact professionally and courteously with guests, crew members, store management, corporate sales managers, and leadership; includes answering telephone calls and using the in-store intercom.
Ability to work with cleaning chemicals and detergents to clean and sanitize tools without an allergic reaction.
Ability to work around food ingredients, produce, and spices without an allergic reaction.
Must be at least 18 years of age due to equipment use and the work environment.
Must maintain a current State Food Handler’s Permit.
Must join a labor union.

Responsibilities

Participate in training and mentoring department crew members to demonstrate, educate, and sell fresh in-store products.
Prepare fresh produce for sale by receiving, washing, cutting, and stocking products according to department and company policies and procedures.
Assist with leadership of department crew members, including planning and assigning work, coaching, training, administering discipline when needed, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.
Conduct daily team huddles during each shift to communicate sales goals and reinforce guest service expectations.
Assist with writing and placing orders for products and supplies; check in deliveries and date, stock, and organize dry storage and coolers.
Assist with writing daily plans and weekly work schedules that anticipate business needs.
Rotate merchandise and maintain displays to ensure products meet the freshness guarantee.
Assist with validation, item authorization, sign making, and department-related POS maintenance.
Ensure displays are properly stocked.
Maintain accurate records for damaged or spoiled merchandise according to company policies and procedures.
Comply with food and workplace safety rules and regulations.
Maintain safety, cleanliness, and sanitation of the work area and equipment.
Develop product knowledge across departments to answer guest questions and provide information about merchandise.
Stay updated on weekly specials, coupons, and other company promotions.
Cultivate a team-oriented work environment that encourages collaboration and cooperation.