Fresh Foods Technician

**DESCRIPTION** As a **Fresh Foods Technician** , you’ll serve as the go‑to expert for Fresh Foods, Bakery, and/or Deli operations—combining hands‑on technical expertise with coaching, training, and field execution. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy working independently, traveling to retail locations, and making a visible impact on store performance. **RESPONSIBILITIES** **Train and develop store associates** to confidently manage the day‑to‑day operations of Fresh Foods, Bakery, and/or Deli departments, ensuring best practices are consistently followed. **Lead hands-on training** in plan‑o‑gram compliance, display building, resets, remodels, production processes, and product design and decoration. **Act as a trusted subject matter expert** , recognized by internal teams, clients, and retail partners for deep product knowledge, operational excellence, and procedural accuracy. **Represent the company professionally in-store** , ensuring customer teams are fully equipped to handle department complexities and operational standards. **Travel independently to assigned retail locations** , planning store visits in advance with clear objectives, agendas, and desired outcomes. **Communicate effectively before, during, and after store visits** , coordinating resources, providing progress updates, and delivering visit recaps to stakeholders. **Support new store openings, remodels, and resets** , including: Assisting with setting cases to plan‑o‑grams Training associates on plan‑o‑gram execution and production standards Providing production support to meet volume needs before and after openings **Execute and maintain new item setups** , seasonal transitions, and ongoing plan‑o‑gram updates based on business needs. **Maintain program documentation** , merchandising tools, and category-specific manuals to support consistent execution. **Develop and deliver reporting and insights** , including: Store visit reports Monthly category performance reports with trend analysis and seasonal recommendations Annual category reviews and ad‑hoc analysis as needed **Collaborate regularly with merchandisers and leadership** , sharing updates, introducing new programs or items, and aligning on execution strategies. **Perform additional duties as assigned** to support business and client objectives. **QUALIFICATIONS** **Required Education & Experience** High school diploma or equivalent required Minimum of **3 years of hands‑on experience** in retail **Fresh Foods, Bakery, and/or Deli operations** Proven technical experience supporting daily department operations, merchandising, and production **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** Strong working knowledge of **Fresh Foods, Bakery, and/or Deli department operations** , including production processes and merchandising standards Ability to **set up displays** , execute **plan‑o‑grams** , and participate in **resets and remodels** independently or as part of a team Comfortable training and guiding others through hands‑on, in‑store execution Strong organizational, communication, and time‑management skills Work independently while managing multiple store visits and priorities **Valid driver’s license** and willingness to travel to assigned retail locations **Physical & Travel Requirements** Ability to stand, walk, and work on-site in retail environments for extended periods Ability to **lift and carry up to 40 pounds** Required visual acuity, including **color perception** , for display and product presentation accuracy Ability to travel regularly as part of the role \#DiscoverYourPath **ABOUT US** Acosta, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer **Job Category:** Retail **Position Type:** Full time **Business Unit:** Sales **Salary Range:** $68,440.00 - $68,440.00 **Company:** Acosta Employee Holdco LLC **Req ID:** 23260

Salary : $68,440