Security Officer

Stew Leonard; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dayforce Wallet pay

Family oriented

Job summary

Stew Leonard's is seeking a Seasonal Security Officer at our East Meadow, NY location. The role pays between $18 and $19.50 per hour and focuses on keeping customers and team members safe while protecting store assets.

Applicants should be 18 or older, hold a High School Diploma or equivalent, and have a valid driver’s license; a Security Guard License is preferred. Duties include monitoring, reporting incidents, and assisting with safety training and daily operations.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Security Guard License preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect interior and exterior of the building for security issues.
• Provide a safe and secure environment for customers and team members.
• Report all incidents to proper departments and complete incident reports.
• Collaborate with other security officers and support safety and department meetings.
• Assist with first aid/CPR/AED as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCTV

Job description

1897 Front St, East Meadow, NY 11554, USA

Job Description

Posted Friday, September 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Stew Leonard’s, a family-owned and operated fresh food store founded in 1969, has locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. Stew’s earned its nickname, the “Disneyland of Dairy Stores” because of its country-fair atmosphere, with costumed characters and animated entertainment throughout the store that keep children entertained while parents shop.

Security Officer

Seasonal Hourly – Estimated pay range $18-19.50 depending on qualifications and experience

Must be at least 18 years and older

Position Description:

Provide a safe and secure environment for our TEAM MEMBERS and customers. To protect the assets of the company and ensure minimal loss while assisting with the maximization of profits.

• Ensuring safety to all team members and customers
• Reporting all in store accidents to the proper departments
• Working as a team with other security officers
• Controlling traffic in a safe and orderly manner
• Provide exceptional customer service

What you bring to the team:

• Entry level – 1 to 2 years experience.
• Security Guard License preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license required
• Organizational skills and attention to detail are a must
• Knowledge of the Bloodborne Pathogen standards.
• Basic knowledge of CCTV.
• Ability to be flexible in work schedule.
• Good oral communication

Major Responsibilities:

Inspect interior/ exterior of building for physical security issues. Provide a safe

and secure shopping and working environment by ensuring that company safety

and security standards are met. Respond to issues requiring First Aid / CPR /

AED. Prepare incident and investigation reports. Educate Team Members in

safe practices and shrink control. Attend and support safety and department

communication meetings. Complete audits as directed. Occasional travel and

frequent use of company vehicles

Examples of Daily Decision Making:

Administer First Aid or call for medical assistance.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (winter weather)
• This position requires frequent walking and standing and occasional exposure to weather

Satisfy:

• Greet customers with a friendly smile and positive attitude, ensuring that each customer feels welcome and appreciated.

Teamwork:

• Collaborate with team members to ensure the smooth operation of the store, offering assistance and support where needed.
• Improve and maintain the efficiency of the store in order to reach success.

Wow:

• Be a positive ambassador for the store, representing our S.T.E.W. values in all interactions with customers and team members. You are the biggest WOW!

Why you’ll love working here!

• Family Oriented: We respect the personal balance between work and family with career opportunity and growth- over 80% of our managers have been promoted from within.
• Benefits: High value, high quality Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, 401 K plan for FT & PT team members, family & personal time, life insurance, and more!
• Environment: Have you seen the Avocado Girls? Chiquita Banana? Or the singing Parrot?
• Pay Day: We’re thrilled to offer our team members Dayforce Wallet – a new way to get paid. Say bye-bye to pay day and hello to pay your way. Get your pay as soon as you earn it, at no cost to you– It’s your money, why should you have to wait? Request your pay as you earn it.

We take pride in the power of diversity, inclusion, and being socially responsible to the communities which we live and do business

Stew Leonard's is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

1897 Front St, East Meadow, NY 11554, USA