Produce Manager

Job Title: Produce Manager

Company: Zuppardo’s Family Market

Location: 5010 Veterans Blvd Metairie, LA 70006

About Us: Zuppardo’s Family Market, family-owned and operated, has been a staple in the community for over 90 years, providing delicious food, great value, and exceptional service. We are committed to continuing this tradition in our high-volume store and are looking for a professional, service-oriented Produce Manager to join our team.

Position Summary: The Produce Manager will manage the daily operations of the produce department. This position must utilize their leadership and merchandising skills to manage product levels and make sound business decisions. Additionally, the Produce Manager is responsible for increasing customer confidence and loyalty by promoting and executing consistent operating conditions, providing fresh and appealing products, offering courteous, knowledgeable, and prompt service, and maintaining a friendly atmosphere in the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the produce department.
• Ensure the department is merchandised in accordance with the preferences of the community; maintain shelf allocations to ensure product availability at all times.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure product availability.
• Utilize leadership and merchandising skills to optimize product placement and presentation.
• Make sound business decisions to enhance department performance.
• Promote and ensure consistent operating conditions and standards.
• Provide fresh, appealing, and high-quality produce.
• Deliver courteous, knowledgeable, and prompt service to customers.
• Foster a friendly and welcoming atmosphere in the department.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate produce department staff.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Profit sharing
• Bonuses

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a long-standing family-owned business with deep community roots.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the department's success.
• Work in a supportive and friendly team environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Minimum of 3 years of management experience,  in produce management or a related field.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent merchandising and product presentation abilities.
• Ability to make sound business decisions.
• Commitment to providing exceptional customer service.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Salary : $40,000 - $50,000