Assistant Grocery Department Head- Full-Time

Description

Kimberton Whole Foods is hiring in our Ottsville location! We are looking for a career-minded, full-time Assistant Grocery Department Head.

Requirements: Full-time, 40 hours per week. 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week.

Schedule: Sunday 10am-6:30pm, Monday-Thursday 6am-2:30pm

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older.

Hourly Pay: $18-$19/hr depending on experience

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits at Kimberton Whole Foods:

• Extensive Medical Coverage
• Vision Plan
• Dental Plan
• 25% off Store-Wide Discount
• Employer Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employer Paid Long-Term Disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employer Paid AD&D
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account - Healthcare & Dependent Care
• 401K with matching 3% after one year and at least 1000 hours worked
• Paid Time Off

Your responsibilities will include: 

• Providing exceptional service to all, including customers, team members, and delivery drivers.   
• Supporting store operations, with a focus on dry goods, ready-to-drink beverages, household and bulk items
• Working with the Grocery Department Head and Store Manager to closely maintain all elements of department sales performance
• Working with the Department Head to place appropriate orders and manage inventory 
• Participate in the hiring, evaluation, coaching, and development of staff members
• Participating in scheduled management and departmental meetings 
• Fulfilling Management on Duty responsibilities 

Qualities that make you a great candidate: 

• You have great communication & math skills, and are a detail-oriented person 
• You enjoy a fast-paced environment and have flexible availability 
• You have a passion for excellent food and care about where that food comes from 
• You can manage your personal energy, setting a positive tone for a productive and happy team. 
• You’ve got career goals and are eager to develop your leadership experience 

Requirements

Physical Requirements: 

• Full sense range (vision, hearing and sense of smell) – the ability to read product labels, distinguish color & smell for quality control as well as the ability to communicate with the customers and co-workers.  
• Lifting, gripping and carrying objects – up to 50-75 pounds frequently, including boxes, cans, tools and other products.  
• Stooping, squatting, & kneeling – stoop and maneuver to pick up boxes from shelving and carts.  
• Walking – short distances to bring items from miscellaneous areas. 
• Standing- prolonged standing.  
• Work environment – movement based with the majority of time being in motion (walking & standing) rather that sedentary (sitting).  
• Climate – ability to work in hot and cold environments (cooler, Freezer, back stock area) and handle cold products for extended periods of time on a regular basis.