Front End Associate

Heinen's Grocery Store; Bainbridge Township (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Heinen’s Grocery Store seeks a Retail Professional to support daily store operations in Northeast Ohio. You will handle checkout tasks, assist customers, and maintain product presentation while following company standards and safety guidelines.

The role requires flexibility for varied shifts, including weekends, with an emphasis on accuracy and friendly service. Join a team committed to quality, associate growth, and delivering excellent shopping experiences across Heinen’s stores.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with a sense of urgency.
• Adherence to company policies and standards.
• Capable of standing for long periods and performing repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate scanners, scales, cash registers and other electronics.
• Process payments with accurate pricing and quantities.
• Follow store procedures for coupons, gift cards and restricted items (alcohol).
• Ensure proper packing and handle products according to standards.
• Acquire and share knowledge of the store layout and operations.
• Prioritize daily tasks according to business needs; attend meetings and training.
• Comply with all food safety and company standards; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Urgency

Policy compliance

Independent work

Stand/walk

Lifting 50 lbs

Weekend availability

Weather resilience

Job description

Company Overview

Founded in 1929, Heinen’s is a premier grocery store chain noted for its quality products and outstanding customer service. Heinen’s has now welcomed the fourth generation of owners into the company, which operates 23 stores (19 in Cleveland, Ohio and 4 in Chicago, Illinois), two distribution warehouses, one food production plant, and a corporate office (all located in Warrensville Heights, Ohio). Culturally, we are an associate-first company that emphasizes quality of life for every associate within the organization. We offer this through a competitive compensation package, professional development and leadership opportunities, paid time off, and balanced work schedules.

Retail Professional – Heinen’s Diamond Difference Standards

As an associate of Heinen’s there are key components to learn, implement and master. Each of these are integral to the Heinen’s Brand and to your success. These are simple behaviors that help distinguish us as the premier supermarket in Northeast Ohio and Chicago.

• Opportunity for promotion*

Professional Appearance

Ensure you present yourself, your team, your products and your department in support of our Brand.

Acknowledge

Acknowledge customers with a smile and eye contact.

Evaluate

Develop the habit of evaluating store conditions on a continuous basis using our 5-Step QCSSS (Quality, Cleanliness, Stock Levels, Signage, and Serviceable) for excellence.

Thank

Thank each other for a job well done to reinforce positive behaviors and attitudes to support your team.

Engage

Engage customers when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Operate scanners, scales, cash registers and other electronics.


• Accept payments, ensuring all prices and quantities are accurate.


• Follow all store procedures regarding coupons, gift cards or the purchase of specific items, such as alcohol.


• Follow company standards for proper packing.


• Acquire and share knowledge of the store.


• Prioritize daily work based on varying business needs.


• Attend required corporate meetings and training classes.


• Comply with all personal and food safety company standards.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Possess a sense of urgency and the ability to work independently to achieve daily tasks.


• Comply with all company policies and standards.


• Possess the ability to work with minimal supervision.


• Be production driven with the ability to work continuously on repetitive tasks, while standing.


• Possess the ability to frequent lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.


• Be able to work in various weather conditions.


• Must be willing to work the number of hours required to meet company objectives, with the understanding that occasionally business needs will require additional time.


• Must be willing to work the non-traditional five-day work schedule, including Saturday, Sunday and evenings.

Heinen’s, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

8:00AM - 8:00PM Monday thru Friday

8:00AM - 7:00PM

Full Time 40 hours per week