PRODUCE/ASST DEPT LEADER

About the role

Create an outstanding customer experience through exceptional service. Establish and maintain a safe, clean environment that encourages our customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals established for the department and control all established quality assurance standards. Monitor all functions, duties and activities related to the Produce department.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Monitor and manage customer volume.
• Manage inventory and stock levels.
• Manage pricing and promotional activities.
• Manage associates' performance and development.
• Manage department budget and expenses.
• Manage store/department profit and loss.
• Respond to customer inquiries and complaints.
• Manage conflicts and resolve issues.
• Manage safety programs and report incidents.
• Manage compliance with laws and company policies.

Requirements

• Excellent oral/written communication skills
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction)
• Current food handlers permit

Desired

• High School Diploma or GED
• Any management experience
• Any produce/retail experience
• Second language (speaking, reading and/or writing)

Benefits

The 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:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000 in your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

Pay

Salary range: $15 - $20 per hour

Schedule

Full-time and part-time positions available. Flexible scheduling options.