Full Time Produce Department Head

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