Assistant Grocery Department Head

Kimberton Whole Foods, Inc.•Wyomissing, PA

2h•$22 - $24

About The Position

Kimberton Whole Foods Wyomissing is seeking a career minded individual to join our team as Assistant Grocery Department Head. Availability: Full-time, 40 hours per week. One weekend shift is required weekly Schedule: Tuesdays 10am-6:30pm Wednesdays 7am-3:30pm Thursdays 6am-2:30pm Fridays 6am-2:30pm Saturdays 12pm-8:30pm Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older. Hourly Pay: $22.00 - $24.00, depending on experience Full-time team members 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 Assistant Grocery Department Head’s Primary Responsibilities: Assists in following the current KWF ordering procedures to maintain fully stocked shelves throughout the entire department. Follows established KWF merchandising best practices to maintain clean, tidy, and organized displays. Understands and performs KWF inventory management functions. Maintains accurate and up-to-date product signage throughout the entire department. Works with Grocery Department Head & Store Manager to closely maintain all elements of department sales performance. Participates in Manager on Duty assignments as needed. Performs other duties assigned. Team & Leadership: Participate in the hiring, evaluation, training, coaching and development of staff members in collaboration with the Department Head Support store experience by upholding KWF Guidelines for staff appearance, energy, quality, and cleanliness. Participates in scheduled management and departmental meetings to ensure core operational functions are followed. Servant leader; fostering team development and cohesion through service to each other.

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 most of the time being in motion (walking & standing) rather that sedentary (sitting).
Climate – ability to work in cold environments (cooler, Freezer, back stock area) and handle cold products for extended periods of time on a regular basis.

Responsibilities

Assists in following the current KWF ordering procedures to maintain fully stocked shelves throughout the entire department.
Follows established KWF merchandising best practices to maintain clean, tidy, and organized displays.
Understands and performs KWF inventory management functions.
Maintains accurate and up-to-date product signage throughout the entire department.
Works with Grocery Department Head & Store Manager to closely maintain all elements of department sales performance.
Participates in Manager on Duty assignments as needed.
Performs other duties assigned.
Participate in the hiring, evaluation, training, coaching and development of staff members in collaboration with the Department Head
Support store experience by upholding KWF Guidelines for staff appearance, energy, quality, and cleanliness.
Participates in scheduled management and departmental meetings to ensure core operational functions are followed.
Servant leader; fostering team development and cohesion through service to each other.