PRODUCE/DEPT LEADER

pImplement all company and division policies to achieve maximum sales and profits in the produce departments. Demonstrate the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.nbsp;/ph3Responsibilities/h3divul liDevelop maximum customer relations by produce department personnel through personal example of friendliness and courtesy, and implementation of all company polices./li liBe alert and assist in store security./li liBe perceptive and handle customer complaints./li liMake recommendations regarding the hiring, firing, disciplining, demoting, transferring and evaluating all produce department personnel./li liProper indoctrination of all department employees. Be sure they can read scales and prices correctly.nbsp;/li liProvide adequate knowledge and training of price marking, ensuring the proper emphasis on customer courtesy and productivity is developed and that skills learned are properly utilized./li liSupervise all aspects of salad bar operations./li liDiscuss with store manager the most efficient and practical working schedules of both full and part-time employees for maximum efficiency./li liMaintain personable, clean and neat appearance of departmental people, having them properly uniformed and identified./li liMaintain good communication with all store personnel./li liPlan, organize, direct, and control the activities of the produce department, and may take charge of the store operation in the absence of the store manager. (in scope of authority)/li liDirect the receiving, storing, pricing, and merchandising of all produce products./li liAssure adequate stock and supplies by proper ordering, so that department inventories can be maintained at optimum levels./li liMaintain and submit required records and reports and use them effectively./li liMaintain effective and god house cleaning in all areas (a) Clean and/or defrost cases according to schedule. (b)nbsp;/li liClean floors. (c) Keep a clean, orderly cooler and preparation area. (d) Maintain proper disposal of waste and material.nbsp;/li liKeep adequate supplies on hand: bags, pricing and making equipment, etc./li liAnalyze continuously all aspects of produce department (space allocation, design, display, price marking, rotation, inventories, personnel, etc.) and periodically make changes, or make recommendations to store manager./li liDemonstrate the ability and desire to promote, communicate and implement company initiatives and process improvements to direct reports in a positive manager./li liBe prompt, tactful, calm, courteous, and professional in all interactions./li liDemonstrate an aptitude to manage people and organize workloads./li liPerform all duties as assigned by the store manager and/or supervisor.nbsp;/li liAbility to work cooperatively in high paced and sometimes stressful environment./li liAbility to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner./li liAbility to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information./li liAbility to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues./li liProvide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults./li liMust be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation/li /ul/divh3Qualifications/h3divpMinimum/p ul liWilling to be flexible and work mornings, afternoons, evenings, nights as the work demands. Willing and available to work weekends and holidays as needed./li liUnderstanding of all key components of department operations (i.e. Managing people, merchandising, computernbsp;/li liassisted ordering, inventory management, shrink control, customer services, labor scheduling, expense control, etc.)/li liWorking knowledge of produce and preparation and general knowledge of store operations/li liPosition requires a person who is adept at communication with employees, customers, and supervision, and is constantly nbsp;alert, because of constantly changing priorities and demands, must be able to react quickly/li liEffective written and oral communication skills./li liAbility to make intelligent decisions quickly.nbsp;/li liAble to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers./li liPossess abilities and skills for effective production, merchandising and customer services related to sale of merchandise.nbsp;/li /ul pDesirednbsp;/p ul liProduce work experience or similar experience in food preparation./li liPast work record reflects dependability and integrity./li /ul/divh2Company/h2divdiv From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all. /div div Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. /div div Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!nbsp; /div div p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:6.0pt"buspanWhat you’ll receive from us:/span/u/bspan/span/p p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:6.0pt"bspanThe Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:/span/bspan/span/p ul li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanA wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanFlexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanEmotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanValuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanUp to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program./span/li li style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto; margin-bottom:0in"spanVast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways./span/li /ulbspanFor more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit /span/bspana href="https://www.krogerfamilycareers.com/en/sites/CX_2001/pages/5022" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"bspanour Benefits Page/span/b/a/spanbspan!nbsp;/span/b /div/div