Entry Level Manager

Wegmans; Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

LiveWell program

Job summary

Wegmans in Minnesota is looking for an enthusiastic, entry-level hourly bakery leader to join a dynamic retail environment and help educate customers about fresh bakery offerings.

You will lead a small team, coordinate daily tasks, and ensure products are available on time while upholding company standards and providing exceptional service.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of work experience or a college degree.
• Computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Focus on merchandising standards and product quality.
• Coordinate daily team tasks to ensure timely product availability.
• Educate team members and customers on product offerings.
• Assist customers and suggest items to complete meals.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Merchandising

Communication

Computer skills

POS system

Job description

EARN A BONUS UP TO $1,500!

We’re looking for passionate people ready to collaborate, develop and be leaders.As an entry-level hourly leader in our bakery, you’ll join a dynamic retail environment that’s growing, with new opportunities available every day to enhance your skill set. You’ll gain a deep understanding of our company, business measures and standards. You will ensure the most knowledgeable and passionate team of bakery employees are working to educate our customers and provide them with the freshest variety of bakery products available.If you love fresh products and managing others, then this could be the role for you!

What You'll Do

• Focus on company standards regarding merchandising, highlighting quality, freshness and uniqueness of products
• Coordinate the daily tasks of your team to ensure products are available timely for customers
• Use passion and knowledge to educate team members and customers on product offerings
• Proactively approach customers, answer questions, help locate items and offer suggestions to complete their meals

Requirements

• 1 or more years of work experience or a college degree
• Computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a team
• Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant products
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new situations and subject matters

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Collective customer service experience, internally and/or externally preferably in a food service, grocery or retail setting; Experience ordering products and controlling inventory; Experience producing bakery products and using a variety of baking techniques; Experience coordinating daily work of others; Experience working in a Bakery; Experience decorating cakes; Managerial/supervisory experience living our values and achieving results in our 5 measures; Work Environment: The physical demands of this work are classified as medium to heavy. Work includes walking, standing for up to 4 hours without a break, repetitive hand and arm movements, occasional heavy lifting, bending, and reaching, along with continuous interaction with customers and coworkers in a fast-paced environment. The average weight range of items lifted is 5 – 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of greater than 50 pounds occasionally. You may receive assistance with heavy items, if available. Upper extremity repetition is moderate and trunk movement involves moderate to moderately high twisting, bending, and pivoting. May be exposed to various allergens (things that may cause an allergic reaction). The work environment is indoors and involves exposure to various work environments, including cold (33 – 55 degrees), freezing (-20 – 20 degrees) and hot temperatures (exceeds 85 degrees with work surfaces or equipment that exceeds 135 degrees). Basic tools and equipment used include common baking utensils and equipment, and oven.