(CAN) Food Lead Department Manager

Walmart Canada; Quebec; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart Canada is seeking a Food Lead Department Manager in Val-D'Or, QC to oversee food area operations, deliver a strong customer experience, and ensure efficient daily execution.

You will lead through teamwork, supervise scheduling and training, maintain department standards, and ensure safety and cleanliness in line with company policies.

Qualifications

• Age – 16 or older
• Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers, assist with product selection, promote services, and resolve concerns.
• Direct and coordinate daily tasks with the Food Assistant Manager and store team.
• Maintain Food Department standards and presentation, adjusting merchandising as needed.
• Support scheduling and cover assignments to ensure adequate coverage.
• Assist in training and development of Food Associates.
• Uphold safety, cleanliness, and compliance per company policies.
• Be flexible to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Address potential challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Job description

Position Summary...The Food Lead Department Manager supports food area operations by working closely with the Food Assistant Manager to deliver a strong customer experience and efficient daily execution. This role helps coordinate task completion, maintain department standards and presentation, assign and support associate coverage, and assist with scheduling and training. By leading through teamwork and attention to detail, the Food Lead Department Manager helps ensure a safe, clean, and well run department that aligns with Company policies and standards.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Deliver An Excellent Customer Experience

Provides friendly and professional customer service by greeting customers, assisting with product selection, promoting products and services, helping locate merchandise, and resolving customer concerns or referring them as needed.

Support Daily Operations and Task Execution

Assists with directing and coordinating daily tasks based on priorities communicated by the Food Assistant Manager and the Store Management Team. Delegates, supports, and follows up on the completion of Customer Availability Process tasks.

Maintain Food Department Standards and Presentation

Assess the overall presentation and appearance of Food Departments, identifies gaps, and completes required merchandising and display adjustments to maintain store standards.

Associate Coverage, Scheduling, and Support

Supports scheduling as needed and assigns associates to ensure adequate coverage and availability across food areas and other areas of the store as required.

Associate Training and Development

Participates in the training and development of Food Associates and provides feedback to support performance, growth, and engagement.

Safety, Cleanliness, and Compliance

Maintains a safe, clean, and hazard-free work environment by following Company policies and procedures, completing safety sweep logs, and ensuring displays and fixtures are secure and free of debris.

Flexibility (Availability/Work Schedule)

• Be open to working a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, based on business needs. Your adaptability helps ensure the store runs smoothly and customers receive consistent, high-quality service.

POTENTIAL CHALLENGES IN THIS ROLE

High Task Volume in a Fast-Paced Environment

• Manages overnight hours effectively and planning accordingly to stay energized and focused.
• Effectively manages work hours and plans ahead to maintain energy and focus throughout the shift.
• Handles a fast-paced workload with efficiency, ensuring large volumes of restocking and recovery are completed accurately and on time.

Physical Demands

• Performs physical tasks such as standing for extended periods, bending, and lifting inventory, equipment, or supplies weighing up to 20 lbs., and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Performs repetitive tasks such as stocking, zoning, and organizing products with attention to detail and consistency to uphold store standards.

WHY YOU'LL ENJOY WORKING HERE

• Energetic, Fast-Paced Environment: Thrive in a dynamic setting where every day brings something new.
• Appreciation for Your Efforts: Your contributions are recognized and valued.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Build your skills and advance your career with us.
• Meaningful Impact: Take pride in helping customers save money and live better.

The minimum rate of pay for this position starts from $21.85.

Le taux horaire minimum pour ce poste débute à 21.85.

Primary Location… 1855 3E Av, Val-D'Or, QC J9P 7A9, Canada

Minimum Qualifications...

• Age – 16 or older

Preferred Qualifications...

• Walmart will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants and associates as required by law.

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