STORE PERISHABLE MANAGER - DGPP in VANDALIA, MO S24916

About the position

Under general supervision of the Store Manager, manages the Perishable Departments including, produce, fresh meat, packaged meats, and dairy, frozen food, bread, and thaw and sell bakery products. Assists Store Manager with efficient and effective inventory management, appealing and profitable merchandise presentation and quality customer service. Assists the Store Manager in ensuring a safe working environment and provide protection for company assets according to required procedures. Assists the Store Manager in ensuring staff and store compliance with all food handling rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist Store Manager, as directed, in ensuring the financial integrity of the store through strict cash accountability, key control, and adherence to company security practices and cash control procedures.
• Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and company communications. Assist Store Manager in ensuring employee compliance.
• Maintain correct perishable stock levels based on store volume using various tools.
• Assist Store Manager, as directed, in training assigned associates in the proper presentation, freshness and pricing standards for all perishable areas.
• Assist Store Manager, as directed, in training assigned associates in the proper and safe handling of food in compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
• Train assigned associates in the proper stocking and rotation of Perishable products.
• Record Perishable Markdowns, while analyzing causes and taking corrective action to prevent recurrences.
• Train assigned associates in the proper grading and re-packaging standards in produce to minimize markdowns.
• Accurately record inventory levels as requested by the Store Support Center.
• Assist the Store Manager with ensuring that customers' needs and requests are routinely addressed in an efficient and timely manner.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with sanitation standards and training associates assigned in the Perishable departments using the Cleaning Schedule.
• Assist with other operational areas as directed by the Store Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.
• One year of experience in a retail environment and six months supervisory experience preferred.
• Previous lead experience and/or grocery store experience preferred.
• Attainment of required local and state food handling certifications, if applicable.