Asst Dept Manager Produce (15020)

Replenish shelves with fresh - prepared merchandise. Maintain work area observing companys safety rules and guidelines. To know the department and have a positive attitude toward customers. Assume responsibility for the operation of the department in the absence of the manager. Unload produce goods from trucks. Unpack cartons and crates of merchandise. Verify quantity and freshness of items received. Store - rotate and date merchandise in produce storage rooms and coolers. Prepare - trim and wrap items such as strawberries - lettuce - and corn. Rotate - inspect products and stock displays with new merchandise. Examine shelves to identify which items need to be replenished. Work back stock to reduce inventory. Set up advertising signs. Set up ice tables. Build product displays to attract customers. Respond to questions about produce (ie. How to select and cook them; where produce is grown and when it is in seasonetc.). Clean and maintain work area - equipment and display cases. Respond to customer requests - be patient and pleasant with customers. Working knowledge of companys policies and guidelines as outlined in the Randalls / Tom Thumb Employee Handbook and Orientation Handbook. Knowledge of department - its products and produce stocking procedures. Successful completion of the new store employee orientation program. Working in often hot or cold temperatures and the atmosphere is always busy. High School diploma or equivalent. One year previous produce experience. Demonstrated knowledge of Randalls/Tom Thumb Produce Department operations and procedures. Excellent customer service skills. Independent mobility within the department. Standing for six to eight hours. Occasionally stooping or crouching to reach merchandise in display and/or stock area. Manual dexterity to handle merchandise. Finger dexterity to handle cleaning and prepping of produce and papers. Ability to effectively communicate with customers and coworkers. Vision sufficient to select/stock merchandise and real labels. Strength to lift - push - or pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Experience in related job helpful. Perform other duties as required. Must have neat appearance and good communication skills.