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Assistant Department Manager, Produce

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Save-On-Foods

Jul 11

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  • Job
    Part-time
    Senior Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
  • Vancouver

Requirements

  • Previous retail or customer service experience (considered an asset).
  • Food Safe Certification.
  • A passion for great food and providing outstanding customer service.
  • A strong work ethic and “let’s get it done” attitude.
  • Integrity, enthusiasm, and willingness to Go the Extra Mile.

Responsibilities

  • Assisting with leading a team, acting as a coach, mentor, and resource to team members.
  • Fostering a positive environment that is focused on Always Customer First service.
  • Engaging and retaining team members through training and development, performance management, rewards/recognition and the identification and development of future leaders.
  • Communicating important messages with the team.
  • Using knowledge of the community, competitive environment, and industry to develop entrepreneurial strategies to grow the business.
  • Taking count of the correct amount of stock.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Assistant Department Manager, Produce?

The primary responsibility is to assist with leading a team, acting as a coach, mentor, and resource to team members, while fostering a positive environment focused on customer service.

What kind of environment does Save-On-Foods promote for its team members?

Save-On-Foods promotes a positive environment that emphasizes "Always Customer First" service, training and development, and engaging and retaining team members.

Is previous retail experience necessary for this position?

Previous retail or customer service experience is considered an asset, but it is not explicitly required.

What certifications are needed for the Assistant Department Manager, Produce position?

Food Safe Certification is required for this position.

What personal qualities are looked for in candidates for this role?

Candidates should have a passion for great food and providing outstanding customer service, a strong work ethic, integrity, enthusiasm, and a willingness to go the extra mile.

How does Save-On-Foods support the growth and development of its employees?

Save-On-Foods supports its employees through training, development opportunities, performance management, rewards and recognition, and educational reimbursement and scholarship opportunities.

What are some of the perks offered to team members?

Perks include getting paid every Friday, exclusive team member offers and discounts, benefits and pension eligibility, wellness and team member assistance programs, and opportunities to learn and grow.

How does the Assistant Department Manager contribute to the business growth?

The Assistant Department Manager contributes by using knowledge of the community, competitive environment, and industry to develop entrepreneurial strategies aimed at growing the business.

What tasks will the Assistant Department Manager perform regarding inventory?

The Assistant Department Manager will be responsible for taking count of the correct amount of stock.

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Save-On-Foods

Western Canada’s largest grocery retailer, with 176 stores & almost 22,000 team members Going the Extra Mile every day.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1915
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Save-On-Foods is a Jim Pattison business with a legacy of outstanding value and customer service that dates back more than 100 years to its start in 1915. Originally named the Overwaitea Food Group for the founder’s practice of selling 18 ounces of tea for the price of 16, the store became known as the ‘overweight-tea’ store. With almost 22,000 team members throughout British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and the Yukon, Save-On-Foods is more than just a great place to shop—it’s a great place to work. Save-On-Foods is one of Western Canada’s largest employers and consistently ranks among B.C.’s Most Loved Brands. Supporting local communities is the foundation of the Save-On-Foods brand. Combined with its supplier partners, team members and generous customers, Save-On-Foods has donated more than $40 million to children’s hospitals, and contributes $3 million in donations to food banks across Western Canada each year. Save-On-Foods is committed to its core values of service, people, innovation, fun and integrity and strives to be the most loved and trusted employer, partner, corporate citizen and retailer in Canada by delivering Always Customer First service.