Grocery Department Manager | Lead Store Operations

Food Lion; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Food Lion in Virginia Beach is seeking a Grocery Department Manager to lead the store’s grocery team, hire and train staff, and drive exceptional customer service. You will manage schedules, control expenses and use store tools to meet budgeted results while maintaining a safe, clean shopping environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, effective communication and the ability to coach associates to achieve productivity and sales goals within a fast-paced retail setting.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and customer service skills.
• Ability to lead and direct others.
• Willingness to learn multiple tasks and adapt to store operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Grocery Department, including hiring, training and developing department associates.
• Supervise performance and conduct regular performance appraisals for direct reports.
• Oversee daily labor management and coach associates to meet productivity targets.
• Provide leadership to promote a culture aligned with Food Lion values and strategy.
• Support budgeted financial and operating results and ensure excellent customer service.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Leadership

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Food Lion in Virginia Beach is seeking a Grocery Department Manager to lead the store’s grocery team, hire and train staff, and drive exceptional customer service. You will manage schedules, control expenses and use store tools to meet budgeted results while maintaining a safe, clean shopping environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, effective communication and the ability to coach associates to achieve productivity and sales goals within a fast-paced retail setting.