Assistant Perishable Department Head

Description

Kimberton Whole Foods is hiring in our Wyomissing location! We are looking for a career-minded, full-time Assistant Perishable Department Head.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week. 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week.

Availability: Availability to work a combination of opening and closing shifts is required for this position. Actual schedule: Tuesday 6am-2:30pm, Wednesday 10am-6:30pm, Thursday 7am-3:30pm, Friday 7am-3:30pm, Saturday 12pm-6:30pm

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older.

Hourly Pay: $19.00-23.00 depending on experience

Benefits: Full-time employees 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

DAILY OPERATIONS: The Assistant Perishable Department Head's primary responsibility is to execute the following:

• Assists in following the current KWF ordering SOP to maintain fully stocked shelves in all departments.

• Follows KWF "Fresh Start!" merchandising SOP to maintain top notch displays in all departments with the focus on fresh meat, bakery, and gourmet cheese.

• Understands KWF inventory management practices.

• Maintains accurate and up to date product signage throughout the entire department.

• Works with Perishable 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, coaching and development of staff members in collaboration with the PDH.

• 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 the majority of 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.