Fresh Foods Department Manager - Tokoroa
Fresh Foods Manager
Location: Huntly, WaikatoEmployer: FreshChoice Huntly
Shifts: Sunday to Thursday 6:30am to 3:00pm (can be flexible on end time)
Do you have a passion for fresh food and leading great teams? FreshChoice Huntly is looking for a motivated Fresh Foods Manager to oversee our Produce, Bakery, Service Deli, and Chilled departments.
As Fresh Foods Manager, you’ll take ownership of our fresh departments, ensuring they are well-presented, fully stocked, and delivering top-quality products for our customers every day. You’ll assist to manage and support a team, drive high standards in food safety and compliance, and work to grow sales and profitability.
As this is a smaller community store, the role is hands-on and varied. While you’ll be responsible for leading our fresh departments, you’ll also jump in where needed — whether that’s helping on checkouts, supporting the team on the floor, or assisting with daily operations.No two days are the same, and flexibility is key.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead, coach, and motivate your team across multiple fresh food departments
Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety, and company standards
Manage stock levels, ordering, and wastage effectively
Maintain excellent presentation, merchandising, and promotional execution
Deliver a great customer experience, building relationships with our local community
Monitor department performance and drive sales growth
We’re looking for someone who is: Experienced in supermarket, hospitality, or food retail management
Strong in leadership, with the ability to build and inspire a small teamOrganised and proactive, able to manage multiple priorities
Knowledgeable about food safety and compliance standards
Customer-focused, with a passion for delivering fresh, quality products
Results-driven, with a focus on sales, margin, and minimising waste
What We OfferA supportive, community-focused workplace
Competitive pay, with opportunities for growth and development
The chance to be part of a locally owned supermarket making a big impact in Huntly
Staff discounts and the opportunity to work with a great team
How to ApplyIf you’re ready to take on a leadership role where you can really make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Send your CV and cover letter to info@freshchoicehuntly.co.nz