At Balducci’s, we’re a market for foodies, by foodies. With a rich heritage dating back to 1916, we’ve grown into a premier specialty gourmet food retailer serving the Mid-Atlantic United States. Our stores are known for offering the very best in gourmet finds, international delights, and chef-prepared foods—all curated to inspire and delight. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional quality across every department, from locally-grown produce and prime cut meats to fresh seafood,imported cheeses, and artisanal products. Whether you're entertaining guests or preparing a weeknight dinner, Balducci’s is your trusted destination for culinary excellence.

Pay Transparency: The salary range is $55k to $62k annually with bonus potential. Starting salary will vary based on criteria such as location, experience, and qualifications. There may be flexibility for exceptional candidates.

Produce Manager- This is a non-union position

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Responsible for Superior Service goals of the Department

Supervise department staff to include scheduling, training and assigning duties

Implement all merchandising programs

Ensure standards of Department presentation and operations are met; including cleanliness and sanitation, inventory control, rotation and culling, quality, ordering, variety standards, signing, seasonal schematic, and proper backroom procedures Responsible for ordering and inventory control to meet division "turn" goals

Ensure the Department has the highest quality of produce available for the customer

Monitor to ensure variety standards are followed, as well as 100% compliance on ad item display

Ensure paperwork, as set by the Division, is followed

Perform all other related duties as assigned by management

Responsible for the sales and profitability of the

Department Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or relevant work history or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the position

Highly motivated and team oriented

Minimum 2-3 years' experience in Produce, with Assistant Produce Manager experience preferred.

Must have strong leadership ability

Must possess strong Customer Service quality

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Working conditions consist of a temperature-controlled store environment, backroom receiving and production area, and outdoor weather conditions.

Exposure to 40˚ Fahrenheit while handling products and/or working in a cooler.

Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions during times when plants, shrubs and trees are displayed outdoors.

SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION:

Job responsibilities include tasks or duties that could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others.

Balducci's Food Lover's Market is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation.

What We Offer

We believe in taking care of our team. Your total compensation package may include:

12 days of PTO annually

40 hours of sick time6 recognized holidays401(k) match up to 7%Pet insurance Employee Assistance Program (EPA) benefits30% employee discount And so much more!