Department Lead

Overview

Are you a current US Foods employee? Please apply directly through our internal Workday career site. Join Our Community of Food People! Leads all functions of the Dry, Disposables, and Culinary Equipment Supplies (CES), and fresh departments as assigned by Store Management. Ensures effective inventory levels, appealing and profitable merchandise presentation and quality customer service. The lead will have Manager on Duty responsibilities;

in the absence of the Store Manager and/or Assistant Store Manager, including opening and closing the CHEF’S TORE.

NOW HIRING:
Department Lead - US Foods CHEF'STORE
Starting at: $21.917 / hour

Schedule:

Must have open schedule availability. Weekend Required.
Store Opening and Closing experience is a plus!
Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensure proper inventory levels, based on store capacity, promotions, customer requests and seasonal merchandise, in all assigned areas to maximize sales. Complete all daily orders.
• Maximize departmental sales by driving and maintaining superior customer service, freshness, and in stocks. Ensure a daily date check is executed. Train, motivate and develop staff to execute the same standards.
• Ensure appealing presentation and pricing standards are maintained in assigned areas.
• Utilize computer as needed.
• Stock shelves, set up displays, ring up merchandise and sales, and perform cleaning duties as needed.
• Open and close the CHEF’S STORE in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager. Perform Manager on Duty functions as needed.
• Role model and promote our cultural beliefs.
• Ensure that the facility is well maintained and is a safe environment for staff and customers by following safety policies and practices at all times.
• Correct safety issues and then notify the store management of any safety issues that exist in the store, correct if possible.
• Responsible for other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required by Store Management.

• The incumbent is not required to provide direct supervision for any position. However, the incumbent may be required to monitor performance and provide real time coaching to support other associates in achieving the assigned goals.

• Internal:
  The incumbent is required to interact with employees at all levels of responsibility throughout the company.
• External:
  The incumbent is required to interact with all customers and service providers.

• Work is performed in a retail store setting, open to the public. Exposure to outside weather conditions which can include inclement weather. The noise level is usually moderate. Work is typically performed on a level surface; may require a ladder or working on an elevated surface. Temperature varies throughout the store. Physical interaction with customers required.

• Three (3) years’ experience in a retail setting, restaurant, or customer service environment.
• Supervisory or Lead experience preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible hourly schedule, including holidays and weekends.
• Competency with computer use, word processing, email, and internet software.

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• Must have the desire and the ability to deliver exceptional customer service.
• Ability to quickly assess situations, address issues, and make solid business decisions.
• Good common sense and ability to think logically through all situations.
• Ability to build professional relationships with the client base.
• Motivated and self-driven with ability to analyze customer needs and make recommendations based on sound business knowledge and commercial acumen.
• Adaptability and willingness to help out to get the job done; staff at all levels may be asked to contribute to fast, easy, and efficient service.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Must be able to perform the following physical activities; details as listed in the original description.

Job requires various physical activities with standing, walking, lifting, pushing/pulling, climbing/balancing, stooping/squatting, kneeling, bending, reaching, twisting, grasping and manipulating objects; see original job description for full details.

The pay for the Department Lead is $13.00/hr to $21.00/hr compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $15 - $25.

• EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

Note:

This description reflects requirements as of the date shown and is subject to change. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.