Produce Assistant Manager

Albertsons • Lubbock, TX

2d

About The Position

The Produce Assistant Manager is primarily responsible for guest relations and satisfaction. The role supports the Department Manager with department operations, including ordering, merchandising, maintaining department conditions, and training department clerks. The Assistant Manager helps lead efficient, effective, safe, legal, and profitable department operations and may take responsibility for department issues when the Department Manager is absent. Other duties may be assigned as necessary to ensure proper operations.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months to 1 year of produce experience.
• Ability to communicate and work professionally with all levels of management and subordinates.
• Ability to self-motivate, solve problems, and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, up to 4 hours.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 60 pounds and push and pull up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in a refrigerator and/or freezer for extended periods.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including bending, squatting, standing, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, and walking.
• Technical skills for basic math and computer tasks, including Word, Excel, and email.
• Ability to work at a fast pace while remaining efficient and controlled.
• Must maintain Certified Food Safety Manager certification.
• Must be flexible to work various hours and shifts, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to accept supervisory coaching related to performance, work habits, and attitude.
• Ability to function as a team member and get along with others.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual English/Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Acknowledge, greet, and engage guests in the department.
• Assist with interviewing, training, scheduling, performance, and productivity of department team members.
• Communicate information to the entire department.
• Maintain a positive atmosphere, spirit, and morale within the department.
• Manage time and delegation effectively.
• Support and execute division concepts and programs.
• Contribute to meeting financial goals.
• Ensure quality and consistent product availability and provide solutions to guests.
• Safeguard, control, and monitor department assets and ensure relevant policies and procedures are implemented.
• Practice safe work habits, maintain store cleanliness and organization, and promote a safe work environment.
• Ensure department systems and processes are used consistently and correctly.
• Collaborate with the Department Manager and department leadership team to plan production and promotion goals.
• Assist with coaching and developing team members in accordance with policies and procedures, with support from the Department Manager and Talent Management.
• Help keep department books and manuals updated.
• Assist with inventory coordination and reporting.
• Handle department issues in the Department Manager’s absence, including ordering, delegating, multitasking, forecasting, prioritizing, and merchandising.
• Ensure adherence to food safety procedures.
• Train and test checkers in accurate produce recognition to support guest satisfaction and correct register charges.
• Demonstrate effective conflict management.
• Perform other duties as requested or required by upper management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED