Job Title:  Assistant Manager Produce-FT Requisition ID:  195842 Career Group:  Store Careers Job Category:  Retail - Produce Travel Requirements:  0 - 10%Job Type:  Full-Time Country: Canada (CA) Province: British Columbia  City: Saltspring IslandLocation: 9459 Saltspring Island Thrifty Postal Code: V8K 2S5 

Looking for an exciting and fulfilling place to work? You've come to the right place! We love working with ambitious people who love food as much as we do. Whether it's your first job or you're ready for a new challenge, we have a career to fit your life.  Launched in 2010, FreshCo's commitment to delivering top quality products with lower prices and superior service to customers makes FreshCo stores a great place to work. Today, FreshCo and its franchise partners proudly operate 155 stores across Alberta, Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia.  Please note that this career opportunity is for a role at an independently owned and operated corporation (“Franchisee”) which is licensed to use the “FreshCo.” trademark(s) by Sobeys Capital Incorporated (“Sobeys”). Applicants hired by a Franchisee will be employees of the Franchisee. No employment or similar relationship will be created between the applicant and Sobeys or its affiliates. Ready to Make an impact? The Assistant Produce Manager supports and assists the Produce Manager in the efficient and fiscally responsible operation of the department. The Assistant Manager will lead, manage, coach, motivate and train staff to achieve the highest level of customer service, adherence to all Food Safety Protocols, Standard Operating Procedures, corporate policies and Health and Safety, and other programs and initiatives. The Assistant Manager assists in scheduling, management of labour costs, budgets, inventory control, presentation and merchandising, and in the hiring and training of staff. The Assistant Manager will foster customer loyalty, fulfill customer needs and actively contribute to an environment of employee and customer engagement. Here’s where you’ll be focusing:

• Support a coaching and development culture for all employees, which embraces a passion for food

• Demonstrate outstanding leadership, while serving as a role model

• Assist in managing employees including: selection, orientation, training and development, performance management, succession planning and compensation

• Communicate operational requirements/changes to department employees

• Create a shopping experience that engages customers in a way that enhances loyalty, sales, and profit

• Provide superior customer service to meet customer needs

• Demonstrate growth in product knowledge, including awareness of product changes, promotions, and seasonal trends

• Order, receive, organize, rotate, merchandise and present products and stock in accordance with company standards

• Monitor the implementation of all corporate policies, initiatives, and Standard Operating Procedures, including timely and accurate submission of all relevant documentation as required

• Ensure OH&S, food safety, and other regulatory requirements and procedures are implemented and maintained

• Assist the Department Manager in achieving financial targets and maximizing sales and margins, including forecasting, variance analysis and correction, and labour cost control

• Support with managing the department budget

• Thorough understanding of all relevant company programs; attend training as required

• Supports an environment of employee engagement

• Provide feedback for continuous improvement

• Maintain a clean and safe working environment as per Company requirements

• Other duties as required What you have to offer:

• Ability to work independently in a fast paced environment

• Above average skills (both oral and written)

• Good work ethic and ability to multi task

• High School Diploma

• Minimum of 12 months of retail store experience, in applicable department

• Exposure to reading and analyzing financial reports, and budgets

• Available to work a variety of shifts including weekends and evenings   FreshCo. and its franchise partners offer teammates competitive compensation packages that will vary by role, location and store ownership. The salary range for this position $19.25 - $26.00. We will consider factors such as your working location, work experience and skills as well as internal equity, and market conditions to ensure that you are paid fairly and competitively.   We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process and will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of this process.   We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to support efficiencies in the candidate screening, assessment, and recruitment processes. These AI tools do not make hiring decisions on behalf of the Company, these decisions are made by our Hiring Teams.   Please note: successful candidates will be required to provide documentation to prove their legal ability to work in the position during the onboarding process. Documentation will be assessed by the employer prior to commencement of work.