Perishable Assistant Manager

Wegmans; Columbia, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401(k) match

Paid time off

Scholarship program

LiveWell program

Job summary

Wegmans in Columbia, MD is hiring an hourly Entry-Level Manager for our perishable foods departments. You’ll help run daily store operations, mentor team members and ensure our customers receive knowledgeably informed service and fresh, high-quality products.

You’ll gain hands-on leadership experience across departments such as Produce, Deli, Bakery, Cheese, Meat and Seafood, with opportunities to grow into additional management roles. Join a values-driven company with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of work experience or a college degree.
• Computer skills required.
• Experience leading a team is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Focus on merchandising standards and product quality.
• Educate team members and customers about offerings.
• Proactively assist customers, locate items and suggest meals.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Computer skills

Education

College degree

Work experience

Job description

EARN A BONUS UP TO $1,000!

We're looking for passionate people ready to collaborate, develop and be leaders. As an hourly Entry-Level Manager in one of our store perishable foods departments, you'll join a dynamic retail environment that's growing, with new opportunities available every day to enhance your skill set. You'll gain a deep understanding of our values, business measures and standards and operations. You will ensure the most knowledgeable and passionate people are working to educate our customers and get them the freshest products available. Within the store, you will have many opportunities to bring your skills to the team with management opportunities available in various departments. These departments may include: Produce, Floral, Deli, Bakery, Cheese, Meat, and Seafood. If you love fresh products and managing others, then this could be the role for you!

What will I do?

• Focus on company standards regarding merchandising, highlighting quality, freshness and uniqueness of products
• Use passion and knowledge to educate team members and customers on product offerings
• Proactively approach customers, answer questions, help locate items and offer suggestions to complete their meals

Required Qualifications

• 1 or more years of work experience or a college degree
• Computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a team
• Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant products
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new situations and subject matters

At Wegmans, we've always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Work Environment: The physical demands of this work are classified as medium to heavy. Work includes walking, standing for up to 4 hours without a break, repetitive hand and arm movements, occasional heavy lifting, bending, and reaching, including reaching and lifting above shoulder height, along with continuous interaction with customers and coworkers in a fast-paced environment. The average weight range of items lifted is 5 - 20 pounds with a maximum weight lifted greater than 50 pounds occasionally. You may receive assistance with heavy items, if available. Upper extremity repetition is moderate to moderately high and trunk movement involves moderate to moderately high twisting, bending, and pivoting. May be exposed to various allergens (things that may cause an allergic reaction). The work environment is indoors with exposure to cold (33 - 55 degrees) temperatures and wet conditions. Basic tools and equipment used include box cutter, u-cart, hand/power jack, compactor, baler, knives, packaging supplies, and food processing equipment.; Collective customer service experience, internally and/or externally preferably in a food service, grocery or retail setting; Experience ordering products and controlling inventory; Experience coordinating daily work of others; Managerial/supervisory experience living our values and achieving results in our 5 measures; Perishable experience