Grocery Associate

Heinen's Grocery Store; Shaker Heights (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Heinen's Grocery Store is seeking a Grocery Associate who will prioritize tasks, work independently, and engage with customers. This role emphasizes teamwork and adherence to safety standards while providing excellent service in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Professional Development

Paid Time Off

Balanced Work Schedules

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to work required hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize daily tasks based on business needs.
• Work as a team to complete tasks such as stocking and merchandising.
• Attend corporate meetings and training.

Skills

Communication

Sense of Urgency

Independence

Job description

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Company Overview

Founded in 1929, Heinen’s is a premier grocery store chain noted for its quality products and outstanding customer service. Operating 23 stores (19 in Cleveland, Ohio and 4 in Chicago, Illinois), along with distribution warehouses, a food production plant, and a corporate office in Warrensville Heights, Ohio, we are an associate-first company emphasizing quality of life for our team members. We offer competitive compensation, professional development, leadership opportunities, paid time off, and balanced work schedules.

Heinen’s Diamond Difference Standards

As an associate, you will learn, implement, and master key behaviors that distinguish us as the premier supermarket in Northeast Ohio and Chicago:

• Professional Appearance: Present yourself, your team, products, and department in support of our Brand.
• Acknowledge: Greet customers with a smile and eye contact.
• Evaluate: Continuously assess store conditions using our 5-Step QCSSS (Quality, Cleanliness, Stock Levels, Signage, and Serviceability).
• Thank: Recognize team members’ efforts to reinforce positive behaviors.
• Engage: Interact with customers when appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize daily tasks based on business needs.
• Learn and share knowledge of the Grocery Department.
• Write orders effectively using pars and planning.
• Work as a team to complete tasks such as scanning, recording shrink, stocking, rotating, and merchandising.
• Attend corporate meetings and training.
• Follow all personal and food safety standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sense of urgency and ability to work independently.
• Adherence to company policies and standards.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Capable of repetitive tasks while standing.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work required hours, including occasional additional time.
• Availability for non-traditional schedule, including weekends and evenings.
• Exposure to extreme conditions (hot/cold) occasionally.