Assistant Grocery Department Head

Description

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

Weekly Requirements: 5 days per week, 8-hour shifts. One weekend shift & one closing shift is required per week.

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older. 

Hourly Pay: $19-$20 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

DAILY OPERATIONS: The Assistant Grocery Department Head’s primary responsibility is to execute the following:  

•  Assists in following the current KWF ordering SOP 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 GDH. 
• 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

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES:

• 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 50-075 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.