Produce Assistant Manager (Full Time, Flexible Schedule)

Produce
Job Description

Reports To: Produce Manager

Produce Assistant Manager

Who we are at Adams

At Adams, we prioritize creating a warm and welcoming environment for both our customers and team members. We believe exceptional customer service goes beyond meeting needs—it’s about treating everyone with genuine respect, kindness, and appreciation. Each team member is expected to greet customers personally, serve them with friendly, polite, and knowledgeable assistance, and always put customer needs above other tasks. Additionally, we value a workplace where employees treat each other with the same courtesy and respect as our customers, fostering a collaborative and supportive atmosphere that reflects our commitment to service excellence.

What we’re looking for

Adams leaders are expected to coach teams of both new and seasoned workers to provide friendly service to our valuable customers, ensuring that each experience reflects Adams` commitment to providing the quality that defines our brand. For the Produce assistant department manager, this means overseeing the job of the Produce department manager; and the departments operations, managing the team, ensuring quality of products, streamlining workflow’s and delivering exceptional customer experiences to achieve business goals.

Your Day-to-Day

• Order produce and related items, ensuring accurate invoicing and high-quality deliveries.
• Maintain proper stock levels and ensure all items are priced, signed, and attractively displayed.
• Keep the entire department clean, organized, and safe, including coolers, prep rooms, and dock areas.
• Delegate tasks to staff and follow up to ensure completion while fostering team accountability.
• Train team members on proper product handling, display techniques, and the importance of rotation.
• Provide excellent customer service and ensure all staff greet and assist customers courteously.
• Support store operations by cooperating with other department managers and store leadership.
• Promote professionalism through appropriate conduct, appearance, and strong leadership.
• Lead by example with friendliness, ambition, and a supportive attitude toward staff
• Assist with job interviews, disciplinary conversations, and employee development to support individual and company goals.
• Train and support new and existing Produce associates to build a skilled and effective team.
• Supporting and filling in as active manager when department manager is absent
• Assist with staff scheduling & if assigned, ensure payroll accuracy to support operational & budget goals.
• Handle unexpected issues like call-outs, employee conflicts, & inventory discrepancies promptly & effectively
• Respond to customer complaints to ensure satisfaction and uphold the store’s reputation.
• Manage inventory levels and purchasing to meet customer needs while minimizing waste.
• Support Produce associates, leads, and supervisors to ensure smooth and efficient department operations.

What you bring to the Farm

• Knowledge of all Produce products and offers; and their whereabouts on the sales floor
• Produce professional leadership experience
• Awareness and driving support office initiatives
• Windows programs and communication tools
• Work collaboratively, communicate, and lead a team of co-workers alongside management
• Ability to demonstrate, encourage, and set the example of Adams’ culture and values
• Exhibit enthusiasm, positivity and vast knowledge about Adams’ products and quality

Working Conditions

• Safely use U-boats, pallet jack, knives, and any other equipment used to operate the Produce department
• Consistently move, adjust, and position items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for duration of shift
• Occasionally ascend/descend a stepstool, stepladder, and/or ladder
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers for duration of shift
• Communicate with others to exchange information
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces

Perks of the Job
At Adams, we believe in recognizing and rewarding excellent work with competitive compensation and meaningful benefits. In addition to quality compensation, at Adams you can expect generous medical, dental and vision coverage (for applicable roles), voluntary benefits like pet insurance, paid time off and holiday pay, flexible pay schedules with DailyPay, and best of all, our generous Employee Discount.

The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions – including skill sets, experience, training, certifications and other business needs.

At Adams, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. We’re committed to providing a supportive and rewarding environment that helps our team members thrive—both professionally and personally.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general responsibilities of this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and/or skills required for this position. It is understood that these responsibilities are subject to the needs of the business and therefore Adams retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

I understand that other responsibilities may be required and confirm that I am able to carry out the duties of this position.