Grocery Center Associate — Fast, Friendly Service

Food Lion; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Lion in Columbia, TN is seeking a customer-focused associate for the Center Store. You will deliver fast, friendly service, stock shelves, and ensure products are clean and correctly tagged while following all Food Lion policies.

This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork as you support store operations, learn ACIS/CAO tools, and help minimize shrink through proper procedures. Previous retail experience is helpful, and a positive attitude is essential for serving our shoppers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with customers.
• Ability to learn multiple tasks and apply basic problem solving.
• Able to follow safety guidelines and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide fast, friendly, accurate customer service in the Center Store.
• Maintain shelves, tags, and pricing; stock from tag to tag.
• Follow Food Lion policies; ensure safe handling and cleanliness.
• Operate cash register, scanner, and related equipment.
• Assist with inventory and ordering using ACIS/CAO tools.
• Report accidents and unsafe conditions to management.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

ACIS

CAO

Job description

Food Lion in Columbia, TN is seeking a customer-focused associate for the Center Store. You will deliver fast, friendly service, stock shelves, and ensure products are clean and correctly tagged while following all Food Lion policies.

This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork as you support store operations, learn ACIS/CAO tools, and help minimize shrink through proper procedures. Previous retail experience is helpful, and a positive attitude is essential for serving our shoppers.