The Assistant Fruit and Veg Manager supports the department manager in running an efficient, well-presented produce section. Responsibilities include leading team members, maintaining fresh and attractive displays, managing stock rotation and availability, reducing waste, meeting food safety and workplace health requirements, serving customers, and helping achieve sales targets. Candidates are generally expected to have retail or supermarket experience, strong communication and organisational skills, a practical understanding of fresh produce, and the ability to coach and motivate a team. Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends and early mornings, is typically required. A hands-on attitude, customer focus, reliability, and the ability to work effectively in a busy store environment are important.
Woolworths Group is one of Australia and New Zealand’s largest retail organisations. Its businesses include Woolworths Supermarkets, Big W, Countdown in New Zealand, and a range of supporting digital, supply chain and service operations. The group employs a large national workforce across stores, distribution centres, offices and technology teams. Woolworths Supermarkets provides fresh food, groceries and everyday essentials to millions of customers, with a strong focus on quality, value, convenience and responsible sourcing. Store-based roles commonly involve customer service, team leadership, stock management, food safety and maintaining high presentation standards. The company promotes internal development and offers opportunities to progress from team-based positions into supervisory and management careers. Benefits and employment conditions vary according to the role, location, applicable award or enterprise agreement, and individual employment terms.
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