Department Manager - Fresh Food

Sundry Markets Limited is recruiting a Fresh Food Department Manager to oversee all fresh food operations at our branch store, ensuring the highest standards of quality, freshness, and presentation while optimizing revenue and profit.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate effective running of all fresh food operations, including butchery, bakery, deli, and produce sections
• Take ownership of revenue and profit optimization for all fresh food departments, including food costing and pricing strategies
• Ensure availability of quality products on display and maintain highest standards of freshness, presentation, and taste
• Oversee product range selection and rotation
• Contribute to new product development, recipe review, and improvement initiatives
• Ensure full compliance with HACCP standards and all relevant public health and food service regulations
• Monitor cold chain and ensure optimal functionality of refrigeration equipment
• Conduct regular market surveys to identify products for sourcing and provide pricing insights
• Supervise and mentor Fresh Food Trainee Managers and team members
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and excellence
• Set standards, manage compliance, and ensure all processes align with company policies

Requirements

• Minimum B.Sc./HND in Food Science or related field
• Minimum 4 years' experience in similar role
• Must have NYSC Discharged/Exemption or Exclusion letter
• Proven experience in fresh food management (butchery, bakery, deli, or produce) within retail or hospitality environment
• Strong knowledge of HACCP, food safety regulations, and cold chain management
• Experience in food costing, pricing, and profit optimization
• Creative mindset with experience in recipe development and product innovation
• Excellent leadership and people development skills
• Strong analytical skills for market surveys and pricing analysis
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Collaborative environment with team support
• Value-based culture
• Diverse and inclusive environment
• Great learning and growth opportunities

How to Apply

No application instructions were provided in the posting.