Adams Produce Manager - Watertown

Bozzuto's Inc.•Watertown, CT

About The Position

The Produce Manager oversees the day-to-day operations of the produce department, ensuring produce quality and freshness, managing inventory, supervising staff, providing excellent customer service, and achieving department sales targets. The role requires working in varying temperature-controlled environments and traveling locally to Connecticut stores 25% of the time. The schedule may include various shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Starting compensation is $23.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Requirements

Preferred: one year of retail or relevant experience.
ServeSafe certification or comparable certification.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders.
Organizational skills, including fulfilling customer orders in a timely manner, prioritizing work, and meeting deadlines.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team to ensure customers receive timely, high-quality orders.
Ability to maintain high standards and integrity in product handling.
Ability to maintain and promote safety policies and accountability for safe practices.
Ability to lift up to 80–85 pounds; stand, bend, lift, and twist for up to 90% of a shift; frequently lift products from floor level to overhead; and stand or walk for at least 10 hours daily.
Ability to work in varying temperature-controlled environments and walk on surfaces including concrete, tile, and carpet.
Flexibility to work various shifts as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to travel locally to Connecticut stores 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

One year of retail or relevant experience.
ServeSafe certification or comparable certification.

Responsibilities

Promote a positive shopping experience and maintain a well-organized, visually appealing produce department.
Monitor produce quality and freshness to meet or exceed customer expectations.
Ensure proper produce handling, storage, and rotation to minimize waste and maintain quality.
Order and replenish produce based on sales trends, customer preferences, and seasonal availability.
Conduct regular inventory counts, manage overstock, and minimize shrink.
Arrange produce according to the store merchandising plan, seasonal themes, and sale promotions.
Address customer complaints or concerns professionally and promptly.
Train and supervise department staff to support efficient operations and compliance with company policies.
Provide coaching, performance management, and feedback to encourage staff growth and development.
Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including proper produce handling, sanitation, and safe equipment use.
Implement and enforce produce department cleanliness standards.
Analyze sales data, identify trends, and recommend changes to pricing, promotions, and product offerings.
Adhere to company safety standards and promote accountability for safe practices.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.