Produce & Floral Lead

The Fresh Market Inc • St. Petersburg, FL

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About The Position

The Produce & Floral Lead supports the Produce & Floral Department Manager in delivering an exceptional guest experience and making everyday eating extraordinary. The role assists with leading the department team, maintaining an inviting department, coaching team members, and keeping department operations running smoothly. The Lead may act as manager when needed and reports to the Produce & Floral Department Manager. The role reflects a culture of leadership, hospitality, excellence, and teamwork.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of progressive management experience in supermarkets, retail, restaurants, hotels, or general business.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Proven ability to deliver an exceptional guest experience while achieving performance goals.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Basic proficiency with POS systems, scheduling tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and arm movements, grasp, bend, reach, and lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds independently.
• Ability to work around extreme temperatures and spend long periods standing or walking, including up to 4 hours without a break or as required by law.
• Ability to use knives, ladders, stepstools, box cutters, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
• Must wear an approved hat, hair net, and/or beard guard, and personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in business, retail management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in grocery, fresh food retail, hospitality, or a high-volume specialty retail environment.
• Knowledge of inventory management systems and financial reporting.
• Bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Help monitor labor schedules to meet productivity and budget goals.
• Assist in maintaining accurate inventory levels, minimizing shrink, and supporting ordering processes.
• Act as a resource for team members and provide guidance in the manager’s absence.
• Model and coach “Impeccable Hospitality” by engaging guests and creating positive experiences.
• Help implement merchandising strategies and promotional plans to maximize sales and profitability.
• Assist in analyzing department financial and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with fellow department leaders to drive overall store success.
• Use available technology to perform job tasks.
• Step in as acting manager when needed.

Benefits

• Team Member discount up to 40%.
• Early Earn Wage Access: access up to 50% (maximum $500) of earned wages on demand per pay period.
• 401K contribution and company match.
• Financial Wellness Program.
• Personal time off and additional time-off purchase plans.
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for individuals, spouses, partners, and families.
• Discounts on pet insurance, daycare, event tickets, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed