Shift Leader

Wegmans Food Markets; Village of Depew (NY); On-site; USD 24,108 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Overtime premium pay

Health care benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Scholarship program

Employee & Family wellness program

Job summary

A leading grocery retailer is seeking a Shift Leader in Depew, NY. As a perishable department coordinator, you will ensure food items are stocked and ready for service. Responsibilities include maintaining department appearance, managing inventory, and providing exceptional customer service. Ideal candidates will have customer service experience in food or retail. The role offers competitive pay, full-time hours, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health care and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service, preferably in a food service, restaurant, grocery, or retail setting.
• Personal interest in food and serving customers.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality food items are in stock and ready for service.
• Maintain the appearance and stock of the department.
• Assist in ordering and inventory management.
• Deliver friendly and efficient customer service.

Skills

Customer service experience in food service or retail

Ability to learn quickly

Job description

Shift Leader – Wegmans Food Markets

Base pay range: $17.50/hr - $18.00/hr

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As a perishable department coordinator, you’ll work with a team to ensure the best food items are in stock and ready to be used to prepare both service counter and pre‑made product for our customers. If you have a passion for food, serving customers and working in a fast‑paced environment, this could be the position for you!

Responsibilities

• Possess an understanding of the products offered in the department
• Maintain the overall appearance of the department, ensure fresh product and levels are sustained, items are well‑merchandised in innovative, eye‑appealing displays and stocked in correct locations, while recognizing seasonal, holiday and weather effects on sales
• Understand how products look/taste at peak of perfection, ensure use core recipes and techniques to provide a consistent and quality outcome
• Assist in ordering and inventory processes, utilizing ordering guides to help control inventory and shrink
• Proactively help customers, delivering efficient and friendly customer service, while providing suggestions for meal solutions, and answering any questions they may have about products

Required Qualifications

• Customer service experience preferably in a food service, restaurant, grocery or retail setting

Preferred Qualifications

• Food preparation experience
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new situations and subject matters

Benefits

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

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Retail

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