Grocery Associate - Chester

Healthy Choice Wellness Corp; Chester (NJ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthy Choice Wellness Corp. is seeking a Grocery Associate to manage day-to-day grocery department operations, ensuring shelves are stocked, products are fresh and priced correctly, and customers receive excellent service.

You will lead and support department staff while upholding the store's commitment to high-quality organic, natural, and sustainably sourced products. The role requires strong organizational and communication skills, prior supervisory experience, and knowledge of organic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in grocery, retail, natural foods, or organic market preferred.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of organic, natural, specialty, and health-focused grocery products is desirable.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily grocery department activities, including stocking, merchandising, inventory management, and product rotation.
• Ensure shelves, displays, and promotional areas are clean, organized, and fully stocked.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, and expiration dates according to company standards.
• Maintain attractive product presentations that support sales goals and customer satisfaction.
• Lead, train, and support grocery department staff.
• Delegate tasks and monitor completion to ensure operational standards are met.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to team members.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Inventory management

Food safety

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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The Grocery Associate is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the grocery department, ensuring shelves are fully stocked, products are fresh and accurately priced, and customers receive exceptional service. This role leads and supports grocery team members while maintaining the store's commitment to high-quality organic, natural, and sustainably sourced products.

Key Responsibilities

Department Operations

• Oversee daily grocery department activities, including stocking, merchandising, inventory management, and product rotation.
• Ensure shelves, displays, and promotional areas are clean, organized, and fully stocked.
• Monitor product quality, freshness, and expiration dates according to company standards.
• Maintain attractive product presentations that support sales goals and customer satisfaction.

Inventory Management

• Assist with ordering, receiving, and inventory control.
• Track stock levels and identify opportunities to reduce shrink and waste.
• Verify deliveries for accuracy and resolve discrepancies with vendors and management.
• Submit and manage grocery product orders, ensuring appropriate inventory levels and product availability while supporting department sales and profitability goals.
• Conduct regular inventory counts and assist with department audits.
• Lead, train, and support grocery department staff.
• Delegate tasks and monitor completion to ensure operational standards are met.
• Provide coaching and performance feedback to team members.
• Open and close the store as scheduled, including disarming and setting security systems, unlocking and securing entrances, and conducting facility checks.
• Perform cash handling functions, including opening tills, preparing deposits, balancing registers, and completing end-of-day reconciliation procedures.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment.

Customer Service

• Deliver knowledgeable and friendly customer service.
• Assist customers with product questions, dietary needs, and product recommendations.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly.
• Promote the benefits of organic, natural, and locally sourced products.

Compliance & Safety

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable health regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe shopping environment for customers and staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous grocery, retail, natural foods, or organic market experience preferred.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Knowledge of organic, natural, specialty, and health-focused grocery products is highly desirable.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.