Deli & Bakery Team Lead — Elevate Customer Experience

Meijer Inc.; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meijer Rewards

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Job summary

Meijer Inc. in Portage, MI is seeking a team member to support daily store operations and deliver exceptional customer service across departments.

You will assist with scheduling, training new teammates, merchandising, checkout operations, and upholding food safety and company standards. This role offers weekly pay, flexible scheduling, education assistance, and a path for advancement within a family‑owned retailer.

Qualifications

• Passion for customer service and engagement with customers and teammates.
• Initiates interactions with customers and peers.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; retail experience preferred.
• Ability to influence others, build rapport, and support a strong team environment.
• Commitment to an inclusive workplace and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers to provide an exceptional shopping experience and checkout.
• Communicate with team members and assign daily tasks.
• Mentor and coach teammates to meet service and sales goals.
• Assist with training new teammates and cross-training high-potential staff.
• Support department scheduling to improve engagement and profitability.
• Ensure product freshness, rotate stock, and uphold safety standards.
• Lead orders, receiving, pricing, and merchandising when applicable.
• Contribute to an inclusive Meijer culture and community.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal/written communication

Lead/mentor

Interpersonal skills

Physical stamina

Job description

Meijer Inc. in Portage, MI is seeking a team member to support daily store operations and deliver exceptional customer service across departments.

You will assist with scheduling, training new teammates, merchandising, checkout operations, and upholding food safety and company standards. This role offers weekly pay, flexible scheduling, education assistance, and a path for advancement within a family‑owned retailer.