JOB DESCRIPTION:

Welcome to Amaranth, where we’re not just about providing stellar customer service; we’re on a mission to craft an exceptional experience.
Imagine a workplace where local growers and wellness come together to bring fresh, wholesome produce to our shelves. At Amaranth, we’re growing across Alberta and looking for team members who share our passion for healthy living, sustainability, and great service.
As Produce Lead, you guide the produce team in keeping the department clean, organized, and fully stocked with vibrant, high-quality fruits and vegetables. You oversee ordering and inventory, set up attractive displays, train and coach team members, and ensure food-safety standards are met, all while delivering friendly, knowledgeable service on the floor.
We’re looking for someone who combines leadership and teamwork, thrives in a hands-on environment, and takes pride in attention to detail and customer service.
Join us to make a lasting impact, one fresh display and one happy customer at a time.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Produce Lead
Department: Produce
Reports to: Store Manager, Category Grocery Manager
Direct Reports: Customer Service Associates, Produce Clerks
Working Conditions: Retail Store environment where work and events can be varied or unpredictable; mainly standing/walking/lifting; offering service to the public.

TIME REQUIREMENTS:

• One year maternity leave coverage contract position
• Full time hourly position
• Employee is entitled to a 30 minute unpaid meal break for all shifts longer than 5 consecutive hours
• Must have a flexible working availability - willing to work days, evenings and weekends and assist with shift coverage as needed

QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES:

• Have a minimum of 2 years of produce experience or equivalent in a food services position
• AHS Food Safety Certification or equivalent as recognized by AHS is an asset
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills with an emphasis in database operation and inventory management
• Ability to work with a flexible attitude in a dynamic environment
• Ability to prioritize and complete projects in a timely manner
• Excellent organization and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of organic and natural foods industry and produce and/or perishable products an asset

BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand for extended periods of time. Walk, bend and twist your body, reach above and below shoulders.
• Use of mops, brooms, cleaning products, knives, box cutters, carts, computers and printers.
• Use ladders of varying heights up to 12 feet.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs maximum.
• Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and typing.
• Environmental exposure to extreme temperatures in coolers, freezers, and outdoors.

ROLE:

This position holds overall accountability for supporting store sales, managing expenses, and reducing shrinkage and damages by providing leadership across key areas of responsibility.

Key duties include:

• Providing leadership and support to Produce Department team members
• Receiving and verifying shipments, primarily for Produce, and assisting other departments during peak times
• Picking transfers, stocking shelves, rotating overstock/downstock
• Posting invoices into the database system
• Managing produce coolers and freezers
• Running inventory management reports
• Executing product merchandising strategies
• Maintaining overall store cleanliness

This position is also directly accountable for performance results and serves as a role model, ensuring a consistently positive experience for both team members and customers.