Overview
Join our dynamic team as an Assistant lead in the Grocery department! In this energetic role, you'll be the friendly face that helps customers find what they need, provides exceptional service, and ensures the store remains inviting and well-organized. Your enthusiasm and proactive approach will drive sales, enhance the shopping experience, and contribute to a lively, customer-focused environment. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop retail skills while working in a fast-paced, rewarding setting.

As an assistant lead, you support the department manager by overseeing daily stocking, managing inventory, training team members, and ensuring a welcoming environment for shoppers. It is a fast-paced role that balances hands-on physical labor with floor leadership and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Stocking & Merchandising: Unload trucks, unpack cases, and stock shelves in freezers, dairy cases, and coolers. Rotate items using the First-In, First-Out (FIFO) method to ensure freshness.
• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory levels, pull damaged or expired items, and notify management of out-of-stock products.
• Food Safety & Sanitation: Ensure display cases meet state and local health regulations. Routinely monitor and record case temperatures, and maintain a clean backroom and sales floor.
• Customer Service: Assist shoppers by locating items, answering product-related questions, and maintaining a welcoming environment.
• Pricing: Ensure accurate pricing tags, shelf labels, and signage are placed correctly.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting: Regularly lift and carry heavy items (typically up to 25 lbs; occasionally up to 50 lbs).
• Mobility: Stand and walk for the duration of a scheduled shift; bend, stoop, and reach into deep freezers.
• Temperature Exposure: Work in high-moisture rooms, refrigerated coolers, and sub-zero freezers for extended periods.

Qualifications & Skills

• Basic Skills: Basic math and the ability to read inventory labels and simple instructions.
• Availability: Willingness to work flexible shifts, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Soft Skills: Strong teamwork and communication skills to collaborate with other departments and store leadership.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance

Work Location: In person