Assistant Produce Manager

Job DescriptionIs this the job for you?Apply nowNiemann FoodsAssistant Produce ManagerCompany:Niemann FoodsPosition:Assistant Produce ManagerDepartment:ProduceStatus:Full TimeShift:First / Day Second / AfternoonReq #:4702264Apply nowDate posted:November 4, 2020Location:551 W Lincoln Ave, Niemann Foods - County Market #452Charleston, IL, 61920, USJob category:County MarketJob link:KEY ATTRIBUTESPassion/purpose

Foodie/farmer

Thirst for knowledge/curious/inquisitive

People enthusiast/outgoing

Genuine

Good communicator/desire to share

Trendy/fun

Honest

Techie

Leadership skills

The ability to prioritize and multi task

Detail Oriented

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Problem solving skills

Multi-Skilled

Adaptability

SUMMARYAssist 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 RESPONSIBILITIESDelivers superior guest service and ensure absolute customer satisfaction

Learns and uses the three E’s: Engagement, Educate, Empowerment

Knows seasonality, use, and taste of products offered

Quality assurance checks of department

Proper handling and rotation of product

Responsible for budgeted sales, gross profit, labor and CTO.

Trains and develops produce team

Sets the example for and encourage customer engagement

Promotes and supports established programs

Day to day operational procedures to ensure stock level, inventory, and cleanliness

Communicates with and receive product from approved vendors

Promotes sales

Works within company programs, policies and procedures

Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESDirectly supervises Associates. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training Associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching Associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE2 years of experience in a produce role.LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to work with Supermarket math concepts such as addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages, distribution, penetration, gross profit, and Sales Per Associate Hour.REASONING ABILITYAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSFood Handler’s Certification as required by State LawRECOMMENDED EQUIPMENTSlip resistant shoes with closed toe and heel

Safety Cutter

Knives

Apron

Uniform per store policy

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The associate is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The Associate is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the Associate is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The Associate is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, extreme cold and chemicals while cleaning. The noise level in the work environment is usually 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