ASSISTANT PRODUCE MANAGER — DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESDepartment Leadership & Operations

• Assist the Produce Manager in daily department operations, including planning, organizing, and directing workflow.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked produce department that meets company merchandising and presentation standards.

• Ensure proper product rotation, quality checks, and timely removal of unsellable product.

• Help manage shrink by monitoring handling, production levels, storage, and merchandising practices.

Customer Service

• Provide exceptional customer service by engaging customers, answering questions, and offering product knowledge.

• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally.

• Support a welcoming, service‑oriented environment for shoppers.

Merchandising & Inventory

• Assist with merchandising plans, ad sets, and seasonal product placement.

• Help maintain accurate inventory levels, including ordering, receiving, and verifying shipments.

• Ensure proper signage, pricing accuracy, and promotional displays.

Compliance & Safety

Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, including:

• Food safety and sanitation

• OSHA and safety regulations

• Temperature logs and storage procedures

• Health department standards

• Maintain safe working conditions by identifying and reporting hazards.

Team Support & Training

• Help oversee produce department staff, including task delegation and daily work direction.

• Support training of new associates on department standards, safety, quality checks, and customer service expectations.

• Assist with monitoring performance and helping reinforce proper procedures.

Administrative & Support Duties

• Assist with scheduling, labor management, and production planning as assigned by the Produce Manager.

• Support execution of daily, weekly, and monthly operational checklists.

• Communicate department issues, product needs, and performance concerns to the Produce Manager and Store Director.

Other Responsibilities

• Uphold company standards of honesty, integrity, and professionalism.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by store leadership.