Market Associate / Coordinator — Lead Retail & Café Ops

Dreaming Out Loud, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

401(k) match

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Transit benefits

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

Dreaming Out Loud, Inc. is seeking a Market Associate / Market Coordinator in Washington, DC. The role combines front-line retail and café operations with supervisory duties to ensure a welcoming, safe, and efficient shopping environment.

The Market Associate handles customer service, stocking, and food safety, while the Market Coordinator oversees shifts, inventory, and staff coaching to maintain exceptional service and operational excellence across market and café areas.

Qualifications

• Prior grocery or retail experience preferred.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Familiarity with DC food safety standards is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with time management and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers to enhance the shopping experience.
• Operate cash registers and process transactions.
• Restock shelves and manage inventory accuracy.
• Coordinate daily café operations and food safety.

Skills

Grocery experience

Retail experience

Customer service

Supervisory

Inventory control

Food safety

Cash handling

Staff training

Communication

Job description

Dreaming Out Loud, Inc. is seeking a Market Associate / Market Coordinator in Washington, DC. The role combines front-line retail and café operations with supervisory duties to ensure a welcoming, safe, and efficient shopping environment.

The Market Associate handles customer service, stocking, and food safety, while the Market Coordinator oversees shifts, inventory, and staff coaching to maintain exceptional service and operational excellence across market and café areas.