Full Time Produce Department Head at Kimberton Whole Foods, Inc.

Downingtown, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Merchandising, Ordering, Inventory Management, Signage Maintenance, Sales Performance Analysis, Labor Cost Control, Scheduling, Manager on Duty, Hiring, Evaluation, Training, Coaching, Development, Team Leadership, Quality Control, Cold Environment Work

Industry

Retail

Description

Description Kimberton Whole Foods is hiring at our Downingtown location! We are looking for a career-minded, full-time Produce Department Head. Availability: Full-time, 40 hours per week. 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week. One closing shift per week is required. Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday work week. Shifts are within a 6am-8:30pm timeframe Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older. Pay Range: $21 -$23, dependent on experience Full-time team members are eligible for the following benefits at Kimberton Whole Foods: Extensive Medical Coverage, Vision Plan, Dental Plan, 25% off Store-Wide Discount, Employer Paid Short-Term Disability, Employer Paid Long-Term Disability, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account - Healthcare & Dependent Care, 401K with matching 3% after one year and at least 1000 hours worked, Paid Time Off Produce Department Head’s Primary Responsibility: Follows KWF produce merchandising practices to maintain abundant, dynamic & fresh displays throughout the entire department. Follows the current KWF ordering procedures to maintain a top-quality selection of the organic and seasonal produce. Understands KWF inventory management practices. Maintains accurate and up-to-date product signage throughout the entire department. Works with Store Manager & Category Manager closely maintain all elements of department sales performance. Manages and controls labor costs for the team. Schedules daily coverage for the Produce shifts. Participates in Manager on duty assignments as needed. Performs other duties assigned. Team & Leadership: Participate in the hiring, evaluation, training, coaching and development of staff members in collaboration with the SM. Support store experience by upholding KWF Guidelines for staff appearance, energy, quality and cleanliness. Participates in scheduled management and departmental meetings to ensure core operational functions are followed. Servant leader; fostering team development and cohesion through service to each other. Requirements Physical Capabilities: Full sense range (vision, hearing and sense of smell) – the ability to read product labels, distinguish color & smell for quality control as well as the ability to communicate with the customers and co-workers. Lifting, gripping and carrying objects – up to 50-75 pounds frequently, including boxes, cans, tools and other products. Stooping, squatting, & kneeling – stoop and maneuver to pick up boxes from shelving and carts. Walking – short distances to bring items from miscellaneous areas. Standing- prolonged standing. Work environment – movement based with the majority of time being in motion (walking & standing) rather that sedentary (sitting). Climate – ability to work in cold environments (cooler, Freezer, back stock area) and handle cold products for extended periods of time on a regular basis

Responsibilities

The primary responsibility involves following KWF produce merchandising practices to maintain fresh displays, adhering to ordering procedures for top-quality organic and seasonal produce, and managing inventory. This role also requires working closely with management to maintain department sales performance, controlling labor costs, and scheduling daily coverage for the Produce team.