Fresh Manager
K2 Recruit • Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA
30+ days ago
Job description
About the role:
We’re seeking an experienced Fresh Manager to oversee our client’s produce, deli, and perishables sections. The ideal candidate understands the importance of freshness, presentation, and customer experience — ensuring every display reflects excellence.
Profile:
Responsible for maintaining exceptional standards in all fresh departments — fruit & veg, deli, butchery, and seafood. Focused on freshness, merchandising, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operations across fresh produce, deli, and cold foods.
- Maintain product quality, stock rotation, and freshness standards.
- Drive sales through attractive merchandising and strong supplier relationships.
- Monitor shrinkage, wastage, and implement effective controls.
- Lead and develop the fresh department team to deliver exceptional service.
Ideal Candidate:
- 5 years’ retail experience in a fresh foods environment (deli, produce, butchery).
- A passion for quality and customer experience.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Commercial awareness and stock management proficiency.
Attraction Hook:
A key leadership role ensuring the store’s reputation for premium quality and freshness — ideal for a candidate from a premium award winning fresh store.
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