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Kroger Mountain View Foods

PRODUCE/DEPT LEADER

Kroger Mountain View Foods, Mercer Island, Washington, United States, 98040

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Job Description: Implement 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.

Responsibilities

Develop maximum customer relations by produce department personnel through personal example of friendliness and courtesy, and implementation of all company polices.

Be alert and assist in store security.

Be perceptive and handle customer complaints.

Make recommendations regarding the hiring, firing, disciplining, demoting, transferring and evaluating all produce department personnel.

Proper indoctrination of all department employees. Be sure they can read scales and prices correctly.

Provide 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.

Supervise all aspects of salad bar operations.

Discuss with store manager the most efficient and practical working schedules of both full and part-time employees for maximum efficiency.

Maintain personable, clean and neat appearance of departmental people, having them properly uniformed and identified.

Maintain good communication with all store personnel.

Plan, 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)

Direct the receiving, storing, pricing, and merchandising of all produce products.

Assure adequate stock and supplies by proper ordering, so that department inventories can be maintained at optimum levels.

Maintain and submit required records and reports and use them effectively.

Maintain effective and good house cleaning in all areas: clean and/or defrost cases according to schedule; clean floors; keep a clean, orderly cooler and preparation area; maintain proper disposal of waste and material.

Keep adequate supplies on hand: bags, pricing and making equipment, etc.

Analyze continuously all aspects of the produce department and periodically make changes or recommendations to the store manager.

Demonstrate the ability and desire to promote, communicate and implement company initiatives and process improvements to direct reports in a positive manner.

Be prompt, tactful, calm, courteous, and professional in all interactions.

Demonstrate an aptitude to manage people and organize workloads.

Perform all duties as assigned by the store manager and/or supervisor.

Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.

Ability to manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational and cooperative manner.

Ability to act with honesty and integrity regarding customer and business information.

Ability to follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve customer and business issues.

Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and/or older adults.

Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications Minimum

Willing to be flexible and work mornings, afternoons, evenings, nights as the work demands. Willing and available to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Understanding of all key components of department operations (i.e. Managing people, merchandising, computer-assisted ordering, inventory management, shrink control, customer services, labor scheduling, expense control, etc.).

Working knowledge of produce and preparation and general knowledge of store operations.

Effective written and oral communication skills. Ability to make intelligent decisions quickly. Able to tactfully and calmly handle stressful situations and make a positive impression on associates and customers.

Able to read and interpret instructions and information necessary to perform job duties.

Desired

Produce work experience or similar experience in food preparation.

Past work record reflects dependability and integrity.

About Us Based in Washington, Qualify Food Centers (QFC) merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving QFC customers in 59 stores throughout the Washington and Oregon. As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited. Apply today to become part of our QFC family!

What You’ll Receive From Us 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:

Health care coverage, including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.

Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.

Employee Assistance Program and confidential financial tools and coaching.

Associate discounts on purchases.

Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career.

Growth through training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page.

About The Team The final rate of pay is determined at store level based on prior equivalent work experience. We offer benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being, including health care, retirement benefits, paid time off, associate discounts and opportunities to learn and grow. We also support community impact initiatives.

Below is a list of some of the benefits we offer our associates.

Health care benefits

Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave

Mental and emotional support resources through our Employee Assistance Program

We want the best for associates and our customers, and together, we strive to create a welcoming and engaging environment where you’ll love to work. If you are interested in becoming a valued member of our team, apply now. We look forward to getting to know you!

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