Assistant Produce Manager

Assistant Produce ManagerDo you enjoy working in a department that has many differing aspects? Does working in the most popular department sound like a challenge you want to take on? Does teaching and showing customers every day the benefits of fresh produce sound fascinating? Do you have a passion for delivering an extraordinary customer service experience while working in a fast paced and friendly environment? If the thought of helping people make healthy choices in one of the fastest growing retailers is up your alley then we need YOU to join our winning team at Sprouts Farmers Market as an Assistant Produce ManagerOverview of ResponsibilitiesAs the Assistant Produce Manager you have a role in helping customers make healthy food choices by providing excellent customer service through managing and leading one of the busiest teams in our store.Assist the Produce Manager in managing and merchandising the department for maximum productivity and profitResponsible for ordering and inventory controls, product quality, and supervision of the Produce team.Effectively coordinate merchandising and sales through ongoing planning, direction, goal setting, communication, and teamworkResponsible for maintaining freshness standards throughout the department, by following proper receiving, processing, packaging, pricing, signage, displaying, and rotation of a complete variety of items.Assist in leading a team that brainstorms to deliver the finest quality of product, highest level of service, and the greatest experience your customers will receive.Assist in hiring, teaching, training, developing the Produce teamUnload and sort through store deliveries, operate, and maintain produce equipmentEnsure the execution of all company health, safety, and sanitation guidelines/regulations, and validate that other Produce team members are also aware of, and following, these procedures.If youre someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, then we want to hear from youQualificationsTo be an Assistant Produce Manager at Sprouts Farmers Market you must:Be at least 18 years of age and have a basic knowledge of math, weights and measures.Be dependable and reliable having the ability to work flexible schedule that changes; including night, weekends, and holidays.Have and show an outgoing and friendly behavior; a positive attitude and have the ability to interact with our customers.Have good communication skills; and the ability to take direction and participate in a team environment.Perform general housekeeping in the department; clean and sanitize work area (including tables, floor, walls, cases, cooler, freezer, etc.).Adhere to all safety, health, Weights and Measures regulations including COOL, and achieve and maintain a Food Handlers permit.Be able to perform the following: standing, walking, bending, climbing throughout the entire work day and the ability to lift, stack and maneuver heavy objects weighing up to 50 lbs., from 4 to 72, for a distance up 3 feet for between 10-50 hours without mechanical assistance.Be able to use a pallet jack to move pallets a distance up to 20 feet, requiring a force of up to 85 pounds for up to 5 hours.BenefitsIn addition to a rewarding career, Sprouts offers a comprehensive program to help support you and your family. These programs include:Competitive paySick time plan that you can use to support you or your immediate families healthVacation accrual planOpportunities for career growth15% discount for you and one other family member in your household on all purchases made at SproutsFlexible schedulesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401(K) Retirement savings plan with a generous company matchCompany paid life insuranceContests and appreciation events throughout the year full of prizes, food and funEligibility requirements may apply for the following benefits:Bonus based on company and/or individual performanceAffordable benefit coverage, including medical, dental and visionHealth Savings Account with company matchPre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent careCompany paid short-term disability coveragePaid parental leave for both mothers and fathersPaid holidaysGet Paid Every DaySprouts Farmers Market offers DailyPay - if youre hired as an eligible employee, youll be able to transfer the money youve already earned at no extra cost, and get it the next business day, for free. We offer DailyPay so you dont have to wait for payday to access the money youve already worked for. With DailyPay, you can see how much youve made every day and you can transfer your money any time before payday.You can learn more by visiting https://www.dailypay.com/partners/sprouts-farmers-market/.Why SproutsIf you have a passion for inspiring people and a flair for fresh food, consider applying for a job at Sprouts With a focus on customer service, our neighborhood grocery stores offer high-quality, farm fresh produce, natural meats, plenty of scoop-your-own bulk goods and much more in a fun, friendly, old-fashioned farmers market setting. Come grow your career in healthy living with a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and teams that pride themselves on empowering others along their journey.At Sprouts, were committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and caring workplace culture.Our Team Member Resource Groups (TMRGs) create spaces for connection, support, and growth. Every team member is welcome to join one or more of our five groups:Inspiring Women at SproutsRainbow Alliance at SproutsSabor at SproutsSoul at SproutsHonored to Serve at SproutsTogether, these groups celebrate diversity and empower our team to thrive.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Sprouts management reserves the right to amend and change duties, responsibilities, and requirements to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.Sprouts will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance.California Residents: We collect information in accordance with California law, please see here for more information.