Full Time Store Associate - Cary, NC

Lidl US; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Medical + Vision + Dental

Paid Time Off

401k with match

DailyPay

Training programs

Life & AD&D insurance

Job summary

Lidl US in Cary, NC is hiring Store Associates to keep daily operations moving from checkout and stocking to bakery, produce, and weekly promotions, all in one shift. You will engage customers, manage transitions between departments, and help maintain cleanliness, signage, and pricing.

The role is in a fast-paced retail environment with strong teamwork and clear efficiency standards. We offer growth opportunities, on-the-job training, and a comprehensive benefits package.

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 in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers with friendly, efficient service that makes their trip easy.
• Seamlessly transition between checkout, stocking, and specialized areas like bakery or produce.
• Meet productivity goals by working with urgency and following Lidl’s processes.
• Execute daily freshness checks in produce and chilled areas.
• Set up and organize non-food promotional displays and weekly offers with accurate signage.
• Keep the store clean and presentable across sales floor, restrooms, warehouse, and parking lot.
• Create a smooth checkout experience by operating the register quickly and accurately.
• Handle customer inquiries, process returns, and resolve issues professionally.
• Help maintain accurate inventory and low stock-loss by following controls.
• Ensure a safe environment by following safety procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Multitasking

Adaptability

Willingness to learn roles

Tools

POS system

Job description

Summary

Store Associates keep our stores running strong, delivering the fast, customer‑focused experience that makes Lidl a global leader. This is a dynamic, 'all-hands' role where your impact is visible every hour. You’ll support every part of daily operations - from checkout and stocking to bakery, produce, and weekly promotional setups - all in one shift.

We thrive in a structured, team-based environment where clear efficiency standards and operational execution drive results. If you take pride in ownership, enjoy working at a high pace, and want to learn a global business from the ground up, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Do

• Engage customers with friendly, efficient service that makes their trip easy and leaves them excited to shop at Lidl again


• 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 expedite 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

What You’ll Need

• 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-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

What You’ll Receive

At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

All our Lidl employees, regardless of hourly status, are eligible to receive the following benefits:

• Starting pay of $18.50 per hour


• 10% employee-only discount on purchases made at Lidl stores


• Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage


• Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation


• Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success


• 401k Plan (+ 5% company match)


• Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance


• Total Well-Being Program


• DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule

Lidl US views our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through a lens of actions that are Good for the Environment, Good for People, and Good for You.