PRODUCE/DEPT MANAGER ON DECK

Kroger • Nashville, TN

82d

About The Position

Complete a 4-12 week program (internal 4-6, external 8-12) in preparation of being assigned a department manager position. Travel within the division to train and provide relief. Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals established for the department and monitor/control all established quality assurance standards. Direct and supervise all functions, duties and activities for the department. Support the day-to-day functions of the Produce/Floral operations. Embrace full, fresh & friendly and encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Requirements

• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Basic math skills (i.e., counting, addition, and subtraction).

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Collaborate with associates and promote teamwork.
• Establish performance goals for the department.
• Develop adequate scheduling to manage customer volume.
• Adhere to all local, state and federal laws and food safety regulations.
• Create a welcoming environment for customers.
• Develop and implement a department business plan.
• Create and execute sales promotions.
• Inform and educate department associates about promotions.
• Prepare and submit seasonal critiques.
• Maintain awareness of inventory/stocking conditions.
• Schedule price changes and update shelf tags.
• Plan and supervise the inventory process.
• Train department associates on inventory/stocking.
• Ensure proper temperatures in cases and coolers.
• Practice preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Report safety risks or illegal activity.
• Supervise and coach direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 4-12 week training program in preparation for a department manager position.
• Travel within the division to train and provide relief.
• Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service.
• Establish and maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Achieve sales and profit goals for the department.
• Monitor and control quality assurance standards.
• Direct and supervise all functions and activities for the department.
• Support day-to-day functions of the Produce/Floral operations.
• Encourage associates to deliver excellent customer service.
• Demonstrate the company's core values.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off.
• Emotional and financial support through Employee Assistance Program.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement.
• Abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food and Beverage Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees