Assistant Produce Manager
Tom Thumb Supermarket, Argyle, TX, United States
Position Summary
The Assistant Produce Manager supports the Produce Manager in overseeing daily produce department operations, ensuring high standards of freshness, quality, merchandising, and customer service. This role helps lead produce associates, maintains efficient operations, and ensures compliance with food safety and company standards.
Key Responsibilities Department Operations
Assist in managing daily produce operations to ensure department readiness and strong in‑stock conditions
Support ordering, receiving, rotation, and inventory control of produce items
Ensure proper handling, trimming, misting, and replenishment of fresh products
Maintain clean, organized sales floor, prep areas, and backroom spaces
Merchandising & Standards
Assist with execution of merchandising plans, seasonal sets, and promotional displays
Ensure accurate signing, pricing, facing, and attractive presentation
Monitor freshness, culls, damages, and shrink to minimize loss
Customer Service
Provide excellent customer service and product knowledge assistance
Resolve customer questions and concerns promptly and professionally
Promote a clean, fresh, and inviting produce shopping experience
Team Leadership & Training
Support training, coaching, and development of produce department associates
Assist with scheduling, task assignments, and daily workflow
Lead by example to reinforce productivity, accountability, and teamwork
Assume full department leadership responsibilities in the Produce Manager’s absence
Sales & Performance
Assist with driving sales through strong execution and merchandising
Monitor department performance including sales trends, labor usage, and shrink
Identify opportunities to improve processes and overall department results
Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company policies
Promote safe lifting techniques and proper equipment use
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Qualifications
Previous produce, grocery, or retail leadership experience preferred
Knowledge of fresh product handling, rotation, and food safety practices
Strong customer service, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to train, motivate, and supervise associates
Ability to lift produce cases, stand for extended periods, and work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays
Core Competencies
Leadership and teamwork
Freshness and quality focus
Organization and attention to detail
Time management and adaptability
Customer‑first mindset
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Key Responsibilities Department Operations
Assist in managing daily produce operations to ensure department readiness and strong in‑stock conditions
Support ordering, receiving, rotation, and inventory control of produce items
Ensure proper handling, trimming, misting, and replenishment of fresh products
Maintain clean, organized sales floor, prep areas, and backroom spaces
Merchandising & Standards
Assist with execution of merchandising plans, seasonal sets, and promotional displays
Ensure accurate signing, pricing, facing, and attractive presentation
Monitor freshness, culls, damages, and shrink to minimize loss
Customer Service
Provide excellent customer service and product knowledge assistance
Resolve customer questions and concerns promptly and professionally
Promote a clean, fresh, and inviting produce shopping experience
Team Leadership & Training
Support training, coaching, and development of produce department associates
Assist with scheduling, task assignments, and daily workflow
Lead by example to reinforce productivity, accountability, and teamwork
Assume full department leadership responsibilities in the Produce Manager’s absence
Sales & Performance
Assist with driving sales through strong execution and merchandising
Monitor department performance including sales trends, labor usage, and shrink
Identify opportunities to improve processes and overall department results
Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and company policies
Promote safe lifting techniques and proper equipment use
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Qualifications
Previous produce, grocery, or retail leadership experience preferred
Knowledge of fresh product handling, rotation, and food safety practices
Strong customer service, communication, and leadership skills
Ability to train, motivate, and supervise associates
Ability to lift produce cases, stand for extended periods, and work flexible schedules including weekends and holidays
Core Competencies
Leadership and teamwork
Freshness and quality focus
Organization and attention to detail
Time management and adaptability
Customer‑first mindset
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