Night Crew Team Lead: Inspire, Coach & Streamline Ops

Giant Eagle, Inc.; Wadsworth (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Giant Eagle, Inc. is seeking a Night Team Leader to manage the Overnight Team across Center Store, Prepared Foods, Produce, Bakery and Meat. You will oversee department records, standards and methods while promoting inclusion and developing team members. Strong coaching and leadership are essential to drive guest service and department performance.

The role emphasizes leading by example, maintaining safety, and delivering consistent results as part of a professional, respectful team environment.

Qualifications

• Retail work experience or Store Leader recommendation.
• Experience in retail leadership or supervisory roles; Peer Trainer or in-store champion experience.
• Demonstrated product knowledge relevant to department.
• Satisfactory performance and discipline record.

Responsibilities

• Interview, select and train Team Members.
• Direct the work of Team Members.
• Appraise Team Members’ productivity and efficiency for promotions or other changes in status.
• Handle Team Member issues including complaints.
• Discipline Team Members.
• Plan the work.
• Distribute or assign the work among Team Members.
• Provide for the safety and security of Team Members or the store.
• Manage the budget for your department or location.
• Manage inventory for your department or location.
• Monitor or implement compliance measures.
• Direct, oversee, and evaluate training provided to department Team Members to reduce turnover, promote efficiency and control labor costs.
• Provide motivational leadership to an amazing team by focusing on respect and by setting an exemplary example.
• Identify strengths and opportunities of the team and think strategically when making moves and scheduling.
• Develop future leaders, identify Team Members who are poised to rise through the ranks and remember our people are our best asset!
• Nurture an environment of inclusion and diversity, giving each Team Member a voice.
• Maintain safety as the top priority in all aspects of our work.
• Inspire the team and our guests with a passion for food and a willingness to go the extra mile to provide the best product.
• Establish an ongoing communication plan with the team, ensuring that all Team Members are informed and prepared to put their best food forward!

Skills

Retail leadership

Team management

Coaching

Staff training

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Giant Eagle, Inc. is seeking a Night Team Leader to manage the Overnight Team across Center Store, Prepared Foods, Produce, Bakery and Meat. You will oversee department records, standards and methods while promoting inclusion and developing team members. Strong coaching and leadership are essential to drive guest service and department performance.

The role emphasizes leading by example, maintaining safety, and delivering consistent results as part of a professional, respectful team environment.