PT Deli Bakery Sales Associate

Food Lion; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a PT Deli Bakery Sales Associate to enhance the customer experience in their Deli Bakery Department. This role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service while adhering to company standards for product handling and sanitation. Candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a willingness to learn and adapt to various tasks. Join a vibrant team that values customer satisfaction and teamwork, and be part of a company committed to providing fresh and affordable shopping experiences. This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level candidates looking to grow in a retail environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills required.
• Ability to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality customer service within the Deli Bakery Department.
• Ensure proper sanitation and food handling in the department.
• Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

Average Cost Inventory System (ACIS)

Computer-Based Training (CBT)

Job description

Join to apply for the PT Deli Bakery Sales Associate role at Food Lion

Address: USA-SC-Charleston-2245 F Ashleycrossing

Store Code: Store 00933 Deli (7216930)

Food Lion has been providing an easy, fresh and affordable shopping experience to the communities we serve since 1957. Today, our 82,000 associates serve more than 10 million customers a week across 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states.

Primary Purpose

Provide quality customer service within the Deli Bakery Department. Responsible for maintaining standards in accordance with the standard practice manual, maximizing sales through excellent customer service and minimizing shrink through proper utilization of standard practice.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with primary emphasis on fast, friendly, and accurate customer service to create a positive shopping experience
• Be courteous and helpful to other associates
• Follow all technical manuals for processing of product, label placement, etc.
• Ensure that ordering, receiving, preparation, conditioning and displaying of merchandise is done in accordance with policies and guidelines
• Ensure proper sanitation of department, equipment and proper food handling/preparation
• Understand and use company tools such as; average cost inventory system (ACIS) and ordering (CAO)
• Maintain a complete understanding of and adherence to company guidelines, policies and standard practice
• Follow Food Safety and Workplace Safety guidelines and procedures
• Observe and correct all unsafe conditions that could cause associate or customer accidents
• Report all associate and customer accidents in accordance with established Food Lion procedures to the Manager on Duty
• Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations
• Wear the Food Lion uniform, complete with name badge, when on duty, maintaining a neat and clean appearance while adhering to the dress code
• Successfully complete Computer Based Training (CBT), Training Packet and Training Aid courses
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication and customer service skills
• Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job
• Ability to use technical information to solve problems
• Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform job functions
• Perform repetitive hand and arm motions
• Bend and lift products weighing up to 15 lbs. continuously, 25 lbs. frequently, and 50 lbs. on occasion
• Pull or push up to 75 lbs. on occasion
• Stand 100% of the time, frequently walking short distances
• Handle substances associated with cleaning and packaging materials
• Frequent reaching and grasping at waist level; occasionally above shoulder or below waist level
• Meet established volume activity standards for the position
• Tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time

Food Lion provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

Job Requisition: 217853_external_USA-SC-Charleston

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Business Development

Industries

• Retail

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