Produce Manager
Company : Natural Grocers
Location : Los Alamos, NM, 87544
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Salary Range
USD $20.00/Hr. -Overview
The Job in a Nutshell:The Produce Manager is responsible for the successful operation and profitability of the produce department which includes training, directing and monitoring all department staff. Department Managers are responsible for the success of their own department and are required to fulfill the duties of the Manager on Duty (MOD) on a scheduled basis. Applications are accepted by the date below, which may be updated if the hiring timeline is extended.12/02/2025
Responsibilities
Main Ingredients:
Although this is a general outline of job responsibilities all employees are expected to be “hands on” and do whatever it takes to get the job done and make the company thrive.
Qualifications
Recipe for Success:
This job description is not an employment contract. It does not guarantee a job or that the above listed duties are the limit of responsibilities. The job and job description are subject to change with and without notice. Employees are required to accomplish any and all tasks assigned to them by their Manager and/or other Store Support Center manager that might not be listed in this job description.
Here’s an overview of the benefits we offer our good4u Crew to help ensure the health and wellbeing of you and your family, now and well into the future:
All Crew Members
- Birthday Bonus Pay
- Vitamin Bucks (up to $2,080 earned as store credit annually)
- Holiday Pay for 5 Holidays – Stores Closed
- Paid Time Off (sick days and vacation) that Increases with Tenure
- Paid Nutrition Education
- good4u Crew Member Discount
- {N}power Program (customer appreciation and rewards program)
- Regular, Scheduled Pay Increases
- Advancement Opportunities and Career Development
- Health and Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Referral Program
Full-Time Crew Members (30+ hours/week)
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Medical Leave (through company paid short-term disability insurance)
- Company Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits Including Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with discretionary Company Match
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with Company Match
Diversity Statement
At the heart of Natural Grocers' commitment to our community and crew is this belief: All people should be empowered to experience health and wellbeing! We cannot be true to this conviction without honoring diversity and cultivating inclusion throughout every aspect of our organization.
At Natural Grocers, we honor our differences, embrace diversity, and cultivate inclusion because both individual and societal health are rooted in these principles. Our Crew is diverse not only in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, abilities, and age but also in cultural backgrounds, thoughts, and ideas. Celebrating our diversity refreshes, expands, and shapes our perspective, energizing our mission of equitable access to health and wellness for all. We welcome everyone who would like to join us in this mission, with gratitude for the unique life experience each person brings to the table. We’re committed to nurturing an ecosystem of diversity and inclusion in which our Crew can continue to thrive.
Physical Capabilities and Environmental Demands:
N = Never
O = Occasional; 1-33% of time
F = Frequent; 34-66% of time
C = Constant; 67-100% of time
Physical Requirements:
- Must have the ability to constantly lift or carry up to 10 lbs., frequently lift or carry 11-20 lbs., and occasionally lift or carry 21-50 lbs. Must also have the ability to occasionally lift or carry 51-100 lbs. with a team lift.
- Must have the ability to frequently push or pull up to 15 lbs. and occasionally push or pull 16-100 lbs.
- Must be able to occasionally use the computer for data entry and use of mouse.
- Must be able to constantly walk, stand, use fine motor manipulations, grip, bend, twist, turn, and reach outward for the duration of the work shift.
- Must be able to frequently to reach above chest.
- Must be able to occasionally sit, squat, kneel, and climb as needed.
Environmental Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently work with sharp tools and equipment, dust, fumes, and congested worksite.
- Must be able to occasionally work with noise, cold, heat, wet, humid, outside, heights, and contact stress.
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Frequently asked questions
Natural Grocers prioritizes certified organic produce, requiring produce managers to ensure all products ordered and received meet strict organic certification guidelines, maintaining quality and compliance with company standards specific to their Los Alamos location.
Effective leadership in produce management involves team training, monitoring staff performance, managing department profitability, and collaborating with other store managers. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential to maintaining smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
Produce managers in Los Alamos should be prepared to obtain and maintain up-to-date food safety certifications as required by New Mexico law, ensuring compliance with health regulations and company policies that emphasize organic product handling.
A Produce Manager generally works 40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, focusing on inventory management, staff supervision, quality control, and customer service, reflecting the dynamic demands of a natural foods grocery store.
Los Alamos has a moderate demand for produce managers, with competition influenced by the region’s focus on organic and natural food retail. Candidates with experience in organic produce and retail supervision tend to stand out in this specialized market.
Produce Managers at Natural Grocers in Los Alamos typically earn around $20.00 per hour, reflecting the local market rate for grocery management roles that require organic produce expertise and staff leadership in a specialized retail setting.
Yes, Natural Grocers supports career advancement through regular pay increases, leadership development, and opportunities to move into broader store management or specialized roles within the natural foods sector.
Managing produce at Natural Grocers involves strict adherence to organic certification, maintaining freshness standards, and educating staff and customers on nutritional benefits, which requires specialized knowledge beyond typical grocery store produce management.
The role emphasizes promoting health through organic produce, providing nutrition education, and fostering inclusivity, aligning with Natural Grocers’ mission to empower well-being in the local Los Alamos community.
Benefits include paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance for full-time staff, and wellness programs, all designed to help produce managers maintain a balanced lifestyle while meeting the demands of a 40-hour workweek in a natural foods environment.