Produce Assistant Manager - Plum Market

Join the Plum Market Team Where Passion Meets Opportunity!

Plum Market is a fast-growing leader in the Grocery, Food & Beverage Retail industry. We are dedicated to offering the finest selections of all natural, organic, local, and specialty grocery items while delivering an exceptional experience to our customers.

At Plum Market, our team members are at the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about high-quality food, beverages, and grocery essentials, helping our customers lead a better lifestyle. Our priority is creating a welcoming environment that supports both our customers and our team members.

Our retail grocery stores reflect the diverse communities we serve. From our dedicated team members and valued customers to our local vendors and thoughtfully curated product selection, we take pride in fostering an inclusive and thriving culture. If you share our enthusiasm, we'd love for you to apply and discover how you can be part of our team!

Why Work at Plum Market?

• Flexible Scheduling Full-time and part-time positions available with a variety of retail shifts to support work-life balance.
• Grow Your Passion Learn about great food while advancing your skills and knowledge.
• Comprehensive Training We invest in our team members with exceptional training programs.
• Competitive Holiday Pay Earn time and a half for working on five federally recognized holidays: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and Thanksgiving.
• Career Growth Opportunities As a growing company, we provide promotional pathways, so you can grow with us!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• 401(k) with Company Match Available after just six months.
• Team Member Discounts Enjoy 20% off grocery purchases and 50% off team member meals.

Plum Market is more than just a workplace it's a desirable and rewarding environment where your contributions matter.

Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.

Ready to be part of something special? Apply today!

Job Title: Produce Assistant Manager

The Produce Assistant Manager is responsible for the exceptional execution of retail customer service by the entire department. They report directly to the Manager of Produce and in their absence, they are to lead the team. They are responsible for managing department inventory, margin, labor budgets, pricing integrity, and merchandising standards. They will ensure all Produce Team Members receive proper training and supervision. Along with the Manager, the Assistant Manager will ensure the highest level of execution in regards to ordering, receiving, unloading, storage, rotation, merchandising, and building of displays.

Who You Are

• Ability to model and provide exceptional retail customer service.
• Must have a love of natural, organic, and local produce.
• Ability to lead by example and set clear expectations.
• Must have produce product knowledge.
• Able to oversee and train all proper rotation techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong organizational skills.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and email.
• Ability to work a variety of retail shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Stand and walk for up to 4 hours without a break.
• Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects, climb ladders, lift loads up to 50 lbs. unassisted, push and pull carts weighing up to 100 lbs. unassisted.

What You Will Bring

• Daily quality walks and quality of the overall department.
• Ensure that each item on the floor has a sign and is in the system correctly.
• Communication to each team member (product, seasonal changes, floor direction).
• Model and provide exceptional guest service.
• Effectively resolve customer issues.
• Along with the Manager, will train, mentor, and coach team members to succeed.
• Must achieve maintain budgeted comps and margins for the department.
• In the absence of the Manager or as assigned, will inventory and order for the department and keep up to date purchase journals.
• Must meet all deadlines in terms of invoices, purchase journals, scheduling, etc.
• Ensure all compliance logs are completed as necessary.
• Give feedback to the Manager in terms of performance reviews.
• Effectively communicate with customers, team members, and store leadership.
• Ensure team member compliance of all relevant Plum Market policies and standards.