Fast-Paced Store Associate: Checkout, Stock & Promotions

Lidl US; New Jersey; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Prescription

Dental

Vision coverage

Paid Time Off

401k Plan (+ 5% company match)

Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance

Total Well-Being Program

DailyPay

Job summary

Lidl Store Associates keep our stores running strong, delivering a fast, customer‑focused experience. You’ll support every part of daily operations—from checkout to stocking, bakery, produce, and weekly promotions—in one shift.

We offer a structured, team-based environment with clear efficiency standards and opportunities to learn Lidl’s global business from the ground up. Starting pay is $19.50 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and growth potential.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn multiple roles quickly.
• Effective, friendly, and professional communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, move, or slide products up to and in excess of 45 lbs. and reach above head height (10+ inches) frequently.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers with friendly, efficient service.
• Seamlessly transition between checkout, stocking, and specialized areas like the bakery or produce to meet real-time store needs.
• Meet productivity goals by working with urgency and following Lidl’s streamlined processes, including pallet-to-shelf stocking.
• Execute daily freshness checks in produce and chilled areas, ensuring all items meet Lidl’s quality and presentation standards.
• Set up and organize non-food promotional displays and weekly offers, ensuring strong presentation, accurate signage and pricing.
• Keep the store looking its best by upholding Lidl’s high cleanliness standards across the sales floor, restrooms, warehouse, and parking lot.
• Create a smooth, efficient checkout experience by operating the register quickly and accurately – this includes memorizing produce price look up codes (PLUs).
• Handle customer inquiries, process returns, and professionally resolve or escalator customer issues as they arise.
• Help keep inventory accurate and stock-loss low by sticking to our inventory control measures.
• Ensure a safe environment for both team members and customers by following all safety procedures and operational guidelines.
• Work closely with the team to complete daily tasks on time and ensure smooth store operations for the next shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Job description

Lidl Store Associates keep our stores running strong, delivering a fast, customer‑focused experience. You’ll support every part of daily operations—from checkout to stocking, bakery, produce, and weekly promotions—in one shift.

We offer a structured, team-based environment with clear efficiency standards and opportunities to learn Lidl’s global business from the ground up. Starting pay is $19.50 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and growth potential.