Produce Assistant Manager

Position Summary

We are seeking a motivated, organized, and customer-focused Produce Assistant Manager to join our grocery retail team. The successful candidate will support the Produce Manager in overseeing all aspects of the produce department, ensuring high-quality products, excellent customer service, effective merchandising, and efficient daily operations. This individual will play an active role in leading the department team, maintaining operational standards, and achieving sales and profitability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

- Assist the Produce Manager with the daily operations and overall performance of the produce department.
- Ensure all produce is fresh, properly handled, rotated, priced, and displayed to company standards.
- Assist with ordering, receiving, stocking, and inventory management to maintain appropriate product levels.
- Monitor product quality, shrink, and waste, implementing practices to minimize losses.
- Maintain attractive, well-stocked displays and effective merchandising throughout the department.
- Assist with employee supervision, scheduling, training, coaching, and performance management.
- Provide leadership and direction to department employees, promoting teamwork, accountability, and excellent customer service.
- Respond to customer inquiries and concerns in a professional and timely manner.
- Ensure the department maintains appropriate cleanliness, sanitation, food safety, and health and safety standards.
- Monitor department sales, expenses, and operational performance to support profitability.
- Assist with opening and closing procedures and assume responsibility for department operations in the Produce Manager's absence.

Qualifications & Experience





- Previous 3 years experience in a grocery retail or produce department environment.
- Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is considered an asset.
- Knowledge of fresh produce handling, merchandising, inventory management, and product rotation.
- Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills.
- Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Solid attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities.
- Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Key Competencies
- Leadership and team development
- Customer service and communication
- Organization and time management
- Inventory control and merchandising
- Problem-solving and decision-making
- Accountability and initiative
- Attention to detail and quality standards

Accessibility and Accommodation We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process for applicants who require them. Please advise us of any accommodation needs when contacted.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist with administrative recruitment activities, such as organizing applications and supporting the screening process. All recruitment and selection decisions will involve human review and oversight to ensure candidates are assessed fairly and consistently.

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- On-site parking
- Store discount
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Produce Assistant Manager (Niagara Falls)
🏢 Commisso's Fresh Foods
📍 Niagara Falls