Job Description ESSENTIAL DUTES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms tasks as delegated by the Produce Department Manager and effectively leads the Produce Department in the absence of the Department Manager.Reinforces Festival culture, customer service, and performance expectations to all Produce associatesTrains new Produce associates, and re-trains as necessary Writes and conducts performance reviews of Produce associatesDocuments violations of company policies/procedures by Produce associates and conducts appropriate corrective action, up to and including terminationAnswers questions and provides guidance to all Produce department associatesEnsures all department standards are being met in the Produce department.Observes sales floor and back stock conditions; takes action to correct areas of opportunityMaintains appropriate inventory levels and ensures accurate pricing on products received and soldCommunicates and works cooperatively with Store Director, Produce Manager, other Department Managers and Produce associates to maintain standards and exceed guest expectationsProvides customer service to guests.Assist guests with finding itemsTakes orders and other special requestsAnswers the telephone and assists callers using proper phone etiquetteAddresses guest concerns and resolves issues when a guest is not satisfied with the service or product receivedAssists all department associates with daily responsibilities while leading by example.Contributes to overall cleanliness of the department by picking up, organizing, and cleaning work areas, shelving, and sales floor as needed.Required to maintain food safety logs.Responsible for the department's timekeeping accuracy.
Communicate to HR regarding any missing time, transferred hours, and schedule issues.Ensure all quality standards are being met, including quantity expectations at 100% by 10 am and 5 pm.Other duties as assignedRegular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences.QUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.High School Education or equivalent combination of education and experienceUnderstands being in a leadership role and how to motivate a team of individualsMust possess great oral and written communication skillsKnowledge of technology and the use of a computerThorough knowledge of the retail food business, thorough knowledge of perishable department operations, merchandising skills, and must be able to make timely and effective decisionsAbility to deal tactfully and effectively with customers and all personnelKnowledge and understanding of all safety requirements and company safety policiesMust possess the ability to apply on-the-job safety training to recognize and react to possible safety hazards on store premises.
Also requires proper training and knowledge of the following equipment/procedures: hand jack, baler, forklift, cutter, proper lifting techniques, proper scanning technique, hand truck, trash compactor.
Must have WI Certified Food Manager License (Festival will pay in order to get certified if not)PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTStanding for extended periods of time.Lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis.Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures.WORK SCHEDULEThe Produce Assistant Department Manager is a full-time hourly position.
The work schedule will include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Benefits Overview WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE: Associate Discount: Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.
Weekly Pay & Premium Pay: Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds.
Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays.
Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.
Two-Week Advanced Scheduling: Better Planning.
Better Balance.
We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.
Vision & Dental Insurance: Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.
Support: Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.
Save for Your Future: Offering both a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan, we're proud to support our associates in planning for retirement by offering two retirement savings plans.
The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement.
Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals.
Our ESOP is a retirement plan above and beyond a 401(k) plan that gives associates "free" ownership in the company and an opportunity to share in Festival's growth and success.
Associates are given shares based on their years of service and earnings.
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