Produce Manager jobs in Arizona

Produce Manager oversees operations and staffing for the produce department within a grocery store. Ensures quality and freshness of all produce, suggests changes to inventory and pricing, and purchases supplies when needed. Being a Produce Manager monitors quality of goods and service. Responsible for department staff training, assignments, and scheduling. Additionally, Produce Manager requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. Working team member that may validate or coordinate the work of others on a support team. Suggests improvements to process, is a knowledge resource for other team members. Has no authority for staff actions. Generally has a minimum of 2 years experience as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of the team processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Produce Manager
  • Natural Grocers
  • Tucson, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Salary Range

    USD $18.00/Hr. -

    Posting Timeline

    Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.

    4/27/2024

    Overview

    The Job in a Nutshell:

    The Produce Manager is responsible for the successful operation and profitability of the produce department which includes training, directing and monitoring all department staff. Department Managers are responsible for the success of their own department and are required to fulfill the duties of the Manager on Duty (MOD) on a scheduled basis.

    Responsibilities

    Main Ingredients:

  • Providing World Class Customer Service as a number one priority.
  • Exemplifying integrity, responsibility, and excellence and adhering to all policies.
  • Creating an inviting, full and shopable department.
  • Ordering for the produce department and maintaining accurate inventory levels.
  • Managing margin, COGS and overall department profitability including minimizing shrink and maximizing effective purchasing.
  • Setting and maintaining the department on a daily basis including ensuring that the produce rack is consistently fresh, full and abundant throughout the day.
  • Culling, crisping, rotating and properly handling/storing produce.
  • Ensuring only certified organic produce is ordered and received.
  • Ensuring all in-stock products/conditions meet company standards.
  • Ensuring that all tools and equipment are cleaned in accordance with health department and company standards.
  • Receiving all incoming produce orders per company standards.
  • Offering and following up on special orders.
  • Training and monitoring department personnel.
  • Working with other department managers to cross-train staff to accomplish all needed tasks.
  • Conducting active and passive demos.
  • Merchandising shelves, endcaps and dynamic displays.
  • Assisting in interviewing and hiring for department needs.
  • Working with the store manager to address performance and/or disciplinary issues within the department.
  • Handling register functions including backup cashiering, managing customer returns, addressing customer complaints, and covering register shift changes, including those for scheduled breaks.
  • Maintaining the safety and security of customers and employees.
  • Occasionally managing business disruptions to daily business such as loiterers, solicitation, emergency weather situations, bathroom misuse.
  • Answering customer questions per company standards and policies, including the use of Structure/Function statements and/or statements of nutritional support.
  • Continually increasing product knowledge.
  • Utilizing email and IS programs as needed.
  • Opening and closing of store.
  • Completing DSR and the closing cash processes may be required absence of any other qualified employee.
  • Working a schedule based on store needs which includes evenings, weekends, holidays. Position requires working five days, 40 hours per week and attending mandatory store meetings.
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    Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.

    Qualifications

    Recipe for Success:

  • High School diploma, GED or equivalent preferred.
  • Ability to obtain forklift certification. 
  • 1-2 years of experience in a grocery/retail/produce environment preferred; natural foods background is a plus.
  • 1-2 years of experience supervising others preferred.
  • Ability to pass food safety training courses and/or certifications as required by law and maintain compliance by keeping certifications up to date and registered if applicable.
  • Ability to manage changing priorities and to stay focused with the task at hand.
  • Sense of urgency in the completion of tasks.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to take direction and follow through.
  • Must be cashier trained and able to count currency. Proficient in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
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    This job description is not an employment contract.  It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities.  The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice.  Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to them by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.

    Benefits

    Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:

      

    All Crew Members

    • Birthday Bonus Pay 
    • Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually) 
    • Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
    • Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure 
    • Paid Nutrition Education 
    • good4u Crew Member Discount  
    • {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program) 
    • Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases  
    • Advancement Opportunities and Career Development 
    • Health and Wellness Program  
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   
    • Employee Referral Program

     

    Full-Time Crew Members (30 hours/week)

    • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
    • Paid Parental Leave  
    • Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance) 
    • Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance  
    • Company Paid Life Insurance 
    • Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance   
    • Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match  
    • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)  
    • Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match 

    Diversity Statement

    At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.

    At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.

    Physical and Environmental Requirements

    Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:

     

    N = Never

    O = Occasional; 1-33% of time

    F = Frequent; 34-66% of time

    C = Constant; 67-100% of time

     

    Physical Requirements:

    • Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.
    • Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
    • Requires the use of both arms and both hands with full range of motion.
    • Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
    • Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
    • Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.
    • Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.

     

    Environmental Requirements:

    • Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
    • Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.
  • 1 Day Ago

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Produce Manager
  • Sprouts Farmers Market
  • Mesa, AZ FULL_TIME
  • OverviewDo you enjoy working in a department that has many differing aspects? Does leading the most popular and prominent department sound like a challenge you enjoy? Does teaching and showing custome...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Produce Manager
  • Sprouts Farmers Market
  • Mesa, AZ FULL_TIME
  • OverviewDo you enjoy working in a department that has many differing aspects? Does leading the most popular and prominent department sound like a challenge you enjoy? Does teaching and showing custome...
  • 8 Days Ago

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Produce Manager
  • Sprouts Farmers Market
  • Cave Creek, AZ FULL_TIME
  • OverviewDo you enjoy working in a department that has many differing aspects? Does leading the most popular and prominent department sound like a challenge you enjoy? Does teaching and showing custome...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Produce Manager
  • Albertsons
  • Chandler, AZ FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Albertsons is looking for a Produce Manager to join our team! About the Role: We are looking for a full-time produce manager to join our team at our Chandler, AZ location. This position will be respon...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Household Manager
  • Hiring Manager
  • Phoenix, AZ FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a dedicated and organized individual to join our household as a Household Manager. The ideal candidate will take charge of various tasks related to the care of our little one, manage ho...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Produce Manager
  • Restaurant Depot
  • Fife, WA
  • Produce Manager FULL-TIME $19.97/hr The starting hourly wage is $19.00/hr up to $21.00/hr depending on experience. The P...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Produce Manager
  • Restaurant Depot
  • Rohnert Park, CA
  • Produce Manager FULL-TIME $20/hr The starting hourly wage is $19.00/hr up to $21.00/hr depending on experience. The Prod...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Produce Manager
  • Restaurant Depot
  • Oakland, CA
  • Produce Manager FULL-TIME $19.88/hr The starting hourly wage is $19.00/hr up to $21.00/hr depending on experience. The P...
  • 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Produce Manager
  • Restaurant Depot
  • Monona, WI
  • Produce Manager FULL-TIME $17.50/hr The starting hourly wage is $19.00/hr up to $21.00/hr depending on experience. The P...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Produce Manager
  • Restaurant Depot
  • Andover, MA
  • Produce Manager FULL-TIME $20/hr The starting hourly wage is $17.50/hr up to $18.50/hr depending on experience. The Prod...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Produce Manager
  • Restaurant Depot
  • Waterbury, CT
  • Produce Manager FULL-TIME $20/hr The starting hourly wage is $19.00/hr up to $21.00/hr depending on experience. The Prod...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Produce Manager
  • Restaurant Depot
  • Columbus, OH
  • Produce Manager FULL-TIME $17.50/hr Position Summary: Responsible for receiving product and ensures that aisles/freezers...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Produce Manager
  • Sprouts Farmers Market
  • Cave Creek, AZ
  • Job Introduction: Do you enjoy working in a department that has many differing aspects? Does leading the most popular an...
  • 4/8/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Produce Manager jobs
$50,001 to $63,857

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