Central Market (Houston) Cheese Sales Lead - Full time

H.E.B.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

H.E.B. in Houston, TX is seeking a Sales Lead to apply advanced expertise in department operations and drive sales through effective merchandising and customer service.

The role requires 5–8 years in retail or restaurant settings, strong knowledge of product and food preparation, and the ability to supervise staff as needed. You will ensure safety, sanitation, and compliance with company standards while supporting team performance.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in retail or restaurant settings.
• Supervisory responsibilities may be required.
• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ordering
• May assist in writing weekly Department schedule
• Identify and address high priority activities first
• Communicate clear expectations for assignments
• Delegate responsibility to Partners
• Provide excellent customer service
• Maintain operating effectiveness
• Ensure that all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met
• Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control
• Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales
• Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales
• The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Skills

Product knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Fast-paced

Leadership

Education

Materials Handling Equipment certification

Job description

Job Summary

A Sales Lead will be responsible for applying advanced skills in procedures and techniques specific to area of specialization. May carry out supervisory responsibilities. Order assigned products to maximize sales. Possess and convey a culinary level of food expertise.

Work under minimal supervision and from detailed verbal and written instructions. Apply accepted guidelines, rules and procedures to decisions. Continually monitor and immediately address problems. Make sound decisions on everyday issues and problems. Requires specific product knowledge depending on the Department.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions

• Assist in ordering
• May assist in writing weekly Department schedule
• Identify and address high priority activities first
• Communicate clear expectations for assignments
• Delegate responsibility to appropriate Partners
• Provide excellent customer service
• Maintain operating effectiveness
• Ensure that all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met
• Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control
• Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales
• Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales

The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications & Key Requirements

Work Experience

• Typically requires 5-8 years experience
• Previous retail/restaurant experience

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment
• Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and food preparation is essential
• Strong customer service skills
• Passion for food
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work in fast paced environment
• Ability to work in extreme temperatures

Education

Licenses/Certifications

• Materials Handling Equipment certification

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Must be able to manage in excess of 25 lbs., up to 50 lbs

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Last revised: 2/1/2004