Front End Associate

Heinens Inc; Bannockburn (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with 5% match

Healthcare (Medical & Pharmacy)

Dental & Vision coverage

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance & Disability

Flexible scheduling

Biweekly scheduling

Holiday closure

Growth & development opportunities

Employee assistance program

Parental & personal leave

20% product discount

Job summary

Heinen’s, Inc. in Bannockburn, IL is seeking a Front End Associate to support a fast, friendly checkout experience. This full-time role involves operating scanners, handling payments, and assisting customers while following store procedures.

The position requires strong communication, urgency, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Benefits include healthcare, a 401k with company match, PTO, and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sense of urgency and ability to work independently to complete daily tasks.
• Compliance with all company policies and standards.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Production-driven with the ability to perform repetitive tasks while standing.
• Ability to frequent lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness to work required hours, including non-traditional schedules.
• Willingness to work weekends and evenings.
• Retirement Plan with 5% company match.

Responsibilities

• Operate scanners, scales, cash registers and other electronics.
• Accept payments, ensuring all prices and quantities are accurate.
• Follow procedures for coupons, gift cards, or purchase of specific items (e.g., alcohol).
• Follow company standards for proper packing.
• Acquire and share knowledge of the store.
• Prioritize daily work based on business needs.
• Attend required corporate meetings and training classes.
• Comply with personal and food safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Urgency

Independent

Stand/walk

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Front End Associate

Groc Gen Full Time Bannockburn, IL, US

Salary Range: $15.00 To $21.00 Annually

*Opportunity for promotion*

Company Overview:

Established in 1929, Heinen’sis a leading, family-owned grocery retailer known for its premium-quality products and outstanding customer service. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, Heinen’s operates 23 locations – 18 in the Cleveland, Ohio area and 5 in the Chicago, Illinois market – supported by two distribution warehouses, a food production facility, and a corporate office located in Warrensville Heights, Ohio.

Our culture is rooted in an associate-first philosophy, placing a strong emphasis on the well-being, development, and quality of life of every team member. We offer competitive compensation, professional development and leadership training programs, paid time off, and flexible scheduling designed to promote a healthy work-life balance.

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.

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.
• Retirement Plan
  • Company-sponsored 401k plan for eligible full-time and part-time associates. 5% company match.
• Healthcare Benefits
  • Medical and Pharmacy coverage for full-time associates.
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options, as well as Commuter Benefit options.
  • Company-provided Dental and Vision coverage for full-time and part-time associates.
• Paid Time Off
  • Paid Time Off, including paid sick time.
• Insurance
  • Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible schedules.
  • Biweekly scheduling for better work predictability.
  • Closed on 7 major holidays.
• Growth and Development
  • Daily professional development and growth opportunities, including leadership development for all associates.
• Company-provided associate assistance program.
• Family, Parental and Personal Leave options.
• Discounts
  • 20% discount on Heinen's products.

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.