Assistant Produce Manager
Albertsons•Arlington, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Assistant Produce Manager supports the Produce Manager in overseeing all aspects of the produce department, ensuring fresh, high-quality products, strong inventory control, and exceptional customer service. This role helps drive sales, maintain department standards, and develop a strong team while ensuring food safety and operational excellence.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous produce, grocery, or retail experience preferred
- Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of fresh produce handling and merchandising
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the shift
- Frequently lift up to 40 lbs; occasional heavier lifting with assistance
- Work in varying temperature conditions (sales floor, coolers)
Responsibilities
- Assist in managing daily produce operations including ordering, receiving, trimming, and merchandising
- Ensure all products meet freshness, quality, and presentation standards
- Maintain proper rotation, culling, and shrink control practices
- Prepare and maintain displays that are full, visually appealing, and seasonally relevant
- Ensure accurate pricing, signage, and product labeling
- Provide outstanding customer service and product knowledge
- Assist customers with product selection, preparation tips, and special requests
- Resolve customer concerns efficiently and professionally
- Promote produce items through sampling, displays, and suggestive selling
- Assist in hiring, training, and coaching produce associates
- Provide feedback and reinforce performance expectations
- Promote a positive, team-oriented work environment
- Support scheduling and labor management to meet department needs
- Support achievement of sales, gross margin, and shrink targets
- Execute merchandising plans, ads, and promotional displays
- Monitor inventory levels to reduce waste and maximize profitability
- Identify opportunities to increase sales and improve operational efficiency
- Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company policies
- Maintain proper handling, storage, and rotation of all produce items
- Follow all health and safety regulations
- Keep department clean, organized, and audit-ready
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
