Assistant Grocery Department Head
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Kimberton Whole Foods Wyomissing is seeking a career minded individual to join our team as Assistant Grocery Department Head. 

Availability: Full-time, 40 hours per week. One weekend shift is required weekly

Schedule: 

  • Tuesdays 10am-6:30pm
  • Wednesdays 7am-3:30pm
  • Thursdays 6am-2:30pm
  • Fridays 6am-2:30pm
  • Saturdays 12pm-8:30pm

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older. 

Hourly Pay: $22.00 - $24.00, depending on experience

Full-time team members are eligible for the following benefits at Kimberton Whole Foods: 

Extensive Medical Coverage, Vision Plan, Dental Plan, 25% off Store-Wide Discount, Employer Paid Short-Term Disability, Employer Paid Long-Term Disability, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account - Healthcare & Dependent Care, 401K with matching 3% after one year and at least 1000 hours worked, Paid Time Off


Assistant Grocery Department Head’s Primary Responsibilities:

  • Assists in following the current KWF ordering procedures to maintain fully stocked shelves throughout the entire department.
  • Follows established KWF merchandising best practices to maintain clean, tidy, and organized displays.
  • Understands and performs KWF inventory management functions.
  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date product signage throughout the entire department.
  • Works with Grocery Department Head & Store Manager to closely maintain all elements of department sales performance.
  • Participates in Manager on Duty assignments as needed. 
  • Performs other duties assigned. 

Team & Leadership:

  • Participate in the hiring, evaluation, training, coaching and development of staff members in collaboration with the Department Head
  • Support store experience by upholding KWF Guidelines for staff appearance, energy, quality, and cleanliness.
  • Participates in scheduled management and departmental meetings to ensure core operational functions are followed. 
  • Servant leader; fostering team development and cohesion through service to each other.
Requirements

Physical Capabilities: 

  • Full sense range (vision, hearing and sense of smell) – the ability to read product labels, distinguish color & smell for quality control as well as the ability to communicate with the customers and co-workers. 
  • Lifting, gripping, and carrying objects – up to 50-75 pounds frequently, including boxes, cans, tools and other products. 
  • Stooping, squatting, & kneeling – stoop and maneuver to pick up boxes from shelving and carts. 
  • Walking – short distances to bring items from miscellaneous areas.
  • Standing- prolonged standing. 
  • Work environment – movement based with most of the time being in motion (walking & standing) rather that sedentary (sitting). 
  • Climate – ability to work in cold environments (cooler, Freezer, back stock area) and handle cold products for extended periods of time on a regular basis. 
Salary Description
$22.00-$24.00