SUMMARY

Assist the Produce Manager in supervising department operations including but not limited to maximizing gross margins, promoting sales, controlling inventory and expenses. The Assistant Produce Manager’s responsibilities cover the overall operation and success of the produce department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Delivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfactionKnows seasonality, use, and taste of products offeredQuality assurance checks of departmentProper handling and rotation of productTrains and develops produce teamSets the example for and encourage customer engagementPromotes and supports established programsDay to day operational procedures to ensure stock level, inventory, and cleanlinessCommunicates with and receive product from approved vendorsPromotes salesWorks within company programs, policies and proceduresOther duties as assigned

KEY ATTRIBUTES

Naturally friendlySmiles easyGenuinely enjoys taking care of the customerProduce knowledgeSelf-motivatedHigh energy level Efficient Problem solving skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises Associates. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training Associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching Associates;Addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED);One to three months related experience and/or training;Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Write routine reports and correspondence. Speak effectively before groups of customers or Associates of organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Basic math concepts (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication), weights and measures

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Food Handlers Certificate provided at store level

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

Slip resistant shoes with closed toe and heelSafety CutterPallet jackLadderStepladderComputerUniform per store policyAssociates may be required to use standard produce equipment including, but not limited to,KnivesWrapper

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

       Regularly (Over 2/3 of the time)

StandWalkUse hands to finger, handle, or feelReach with hands and armsTasteCommunicate with associates and customersLift and/or move up to 25 pounds

    Frequently (Between 1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

StoopBalanceKneelCrouchLift and/or move up to 50 pounds  

       Occasionally (Less than 1/3 of the time)

SitCrawlLift and/or move up to 100 pounds

Vision

CloseDistancePeripheralDepth perceptionAbility to adjust focusAbility to distinguish colors

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

       Frequently

Moving mechanical parts

 Occasionally

Wet and/or humid conditionsChemicals while cleaning

 Noise Level

Moderate

 

 **Niemann Foods Management retains the discretion to add to or change the position requirements at any time.                                                     

**Position requirements may vary by store location