Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Springdale Ice Cream and Beverage
Job overview
The Produce/Assistant Department Leader role focuses on leading the Produce department to deliver excellent customer service and meet sales and profit goals.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves creating an outstanding customer experience, maintaining a safe and clean environment, achieving sales and profit targets, controlling quality standards, and overseeing all activities in the Produce department while embodying the company's core values.
Work environment and culture
The company values respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety, which are integral to the work environment.
Company overview
Springdale Ice Cream and Beverage is a regional manufacturer and distributor specializing in ice cream, frozen desserts, and a variety of beverage products, serving both retail and foodservice customers. The company generates revenue through the sale of its branded and private label products to supermarkets, convenience stores, restaurants, and institutional clients. Founded several decades ago, Springdale has built a reputation for quality and local sourcing, often emphasizing partnerships with area dairy farms and suppliers. Over the years, it has expanded its product lines to include innovative flavors and healthier options to meet changing consumer preferences. Candidates should be aware of the company's commitment to community engagement and its focus on sustainable production practices.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize leadership experience in retail or grocery settings, highlighting your ability to manage teams and oversee department operations effectively.
Focus on showcasing your skills in customer service excellence, safety compliance, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and quality assurance within a produce or similar department.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Springdale Ice Cream and Beverage's corporate career site, LinkedIn job postings, and relevant job boards to maximize your application reach.
Connect with current employees or managers within the Produce or Grocery division at Springdale Ice Cream and Beverage on LinkedIn; start conversations by complimenting recent company initiatives or asking about their experience managing produce departments.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description like 'customer experience,' 'sales and profit goals,' 'quality assurance,' 'safety,' and 'department monitoring' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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