Store Associate (Full Time) - North Brunswick, NJ

Jersey Hired; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $19.50/hour

Employee discount 10%

Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vis

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k Plan

Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

Total Well-Being Program

DailyPay

Job summary

Lidl is seeking Store Associates in Newark area to support checkout, stocking, bakery, produce and weekly promotions on a dynamic, all-hands shift. You’ll engage customers, transition between tasks, and ensure fast, accurate service in a structured team setting.

Expect high-paced operations with clear efficiency standards, daily freshness checks, and strong emphasis on presentation and safety. Benefits include competitive pay and growth opportunities in a global grocery leader.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn multiple roles quickly.
• Effective, friendly, and professional communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, move, or slide products up to and in excess of 45 lbs. and reach above head height frequently.

Responsibilities

• Engage customers with friendly, efficient service.
• Seamlessly transition between checkout, stocking, and specialized areas.
• Meet productivity goals by following streamlined processes.
• Execute daily freshness checks in produce and chilled areas.
• Set up and organize non-food promotional displays and weekly offers.
• Keep the store clean across sales floor, restrooms, warehouse and parking lot.
• Create a smooth checkout experience by operating the register quickly and accurately.
• Handle customer inquiries, returns, and resolve issues.
• Help keep inventory accurate and stock-loss low.
• Ensure a safe environment by following safety procedures.
• Work with the team to complete daily tasks for the next shift.

Skills

18+ years old

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Multitasking

Physical strength

Job description

Summary

Store Associates keep our stores running strong, delivering the fast, customer‑focused experience that makes Lidl a global leader. This is a dynamic, 'all-hands' role where your impact is visible every hour. You’ll support every part of daily operations - from checkout and stocking to bakery, produce, and weekly promotional setups - all in one shift.

We thrive in a structured, team-based environment where clear efficiency standards and operational execution drive results. If you take pride in ownership, enjoy working at a high pace, and want to learn a global business from the ground up, you’ll fit right in.

What You’ll Do

• Engage customers with friendly, efficient service that makes their trip easy and leaves them excited to shop at Lidl again

• Seamlessly transition between checkout, stocking, and specialized areas like the bakery or produce to meet real-time store needs

• Meet productivity goals by working with urgency and following Lidl’s streamlined processes, including pallet-to-shelf stocking

• Execute daily freshness checks in produce and chilled areas, ensuring all items meet Lidl’s quality and presentation standards

• Set up and organize non-food promotional displays and weekly offers, ensuring strong presentation, accurate signage and pricing

• Keep the store looking its best by upholding Lidl’s high cleanliness standards across the sales floor, restrooms, warehouse, and parking lot

• Create a smooth, efficient checkout experience by operating the register quickly and accurately – this includes memorizing produce price look up codes (PLUs)

• Handle customer inquiries, process returns, and professionally resolve or elevate customer issues as they arise

• Help keep inventory accurate and stock-loss low by sticking to our inventory control measures

• Ensure a safe environment for both team members and customers by following all safety procedures and operational guidelines

• Work closely with the team to complete daily tasks on time and ensure smooth store operations for the next shift

• Perform other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need

• Must be 18 years or older

• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn multiple roles quickly

• Effective, friendly, and professional communication skills

• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment-paced environment

• Ability to lift, carry, move, or slide products up to and in excess of 45 lbs. and reach above head height (10+ inches) frequently

What You’ll Receive

At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That’s why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

All our Lidl employees, regardless of hourly status, are eligible to receive the following benefits:

• Starting pay of $19.50 per hour
• 10% employee-only discount on purchases made at Lidl stores
• Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation
• Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success
• 401k Plan (+ 5% company match)
• Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Total Well-Being Program
• DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule