Fresh Food Specialist

Are you passionate about fresh food, quality, and creating great customer experiences?

We’re looking for a Fresh Food Specialist to deliver the highest standards across our fresh departments — including produce, deli, bakery, meat, seafood, Fruit and Vegetables.

In this role, you’ll support our stores in maintaining quality, safety, and presentation, while coaching teams, driving sales, and helping reduce waste.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily fresh food operations to make sure everything meets company and food safety standards.
• Train and guide store teams on best practices for handling, preparing, and displaying fresh products.
• Partner with store managers to optimize inventory and minimize waste.
• Keep an eye on product quality and freshness through regular checks.
• Review sales data and feedback to identify ways to improve and boost results.
• Develop great merchandising plans and seasonal promotions.
• Stay on top of trends and suggest new products and improvements.
• Support launches of new stores, products, and programs.
• Share insights and performance updates with the leadership team.

Skills & Competencies:

• Fresh Food Expertise – Strong understanding of product quality, handling, storage, and presentation across fresh departments (produce, deli, bakery, meat, and seafood).
• Food Safety & Compliance – Solid knowledge of food hygiene standards, HACCP, and health and safety regulations.
• Leadership & Coaching – Ability to train, motivate, and guide store teams to deliver excellence in fresh food operations.
• Merchandising & Presentation – Skilled in planning, implementing, and maintaining effective merchandising and promotional displays.
• Analytical Thinking – Capable of using sales data and feedback to identify trends, improve performance, and drive growth.
• Customer Focus – Committed to delivering exceptional service and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Collaboration & Communication – Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem-Solving & Adaptability – Quick to identify challenges and find practical, effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to Detail – Maintains high standards of accuracy and consistency in all aspects of work.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Food Science, Hospitality, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in fresh food retail or food service environment.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP principles, food handling, hygiene, and sanitation regulations.
• Knowledge of stock rotation, inventory control, and methods to minimize waste and shrinkage.
• Familiar with local and federal food regulations, ensuring full compliance in all operations.