Location : Name

Hudson

Company Overview

ABOUT FESTIVAL FOODS:We are a Wisconsin family- and employee-owned grocer that is committed to giving back to the communities it serves and providing guests with exceptional service and value. We operate +40 full-service supermarkets across the state of Wisconsin.

At Festival, people are at the top of our list. You’ll see it in everything from our daily interactions to how we treat our guests – even in our extensive associate benefits and programs.

Job Summary

Join our team at the new Skogen's Festival Foods grocery store in Hudson, WI opening this November!

Store Location: 1616 Crest View Drive, Hudson WI

Job Title: Bakery Lead Sales Clerk

FLSA Status: Hourly

Reports To: Bakery Manager

On a daily basis works closely with all sales/service clerks’ in an effort to ensure an enjoyable shopping experience is consistently delivered, all company policies and procedures are being followed, department goals and objectives are being obtained, and sales/service clerks’ needs are being met.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads, coaches, teaches and reinforces Festival culture, guest service, and performance expectations to all sales/service clerks’.

• Trains new sales/service clerks

• Prepares weekly work schedule for sales/service clerks

• Writes and conducts performance reviews of sales/service clerks

• Documents violations of company policies/procedures by Bakery Clerks and advises Department Manager on appropriate corrective action

• Answers questions and provides guidance to all Bakery department associates

• Ensures all department standards are being met on the Bakery department sales floor

• Observes sales floor conditions and takes action to correct areas of opportunity

• Communicates and works cooperatively with Department Manager and other Bakery associates to maintain standards and exceed guest expectations

• Provides excellent services to all guests

• Assists guests with finding items they are looking for

• Takes orders for cakes and other special requests

• Packages and prices items from the service case

• Answers the telephone and assists guests using proper phone etiquette

• Assists Bakery Clerks with packaging, labeling, filling, rotating, and removing product while leading by example

• Maintains adequate level of supplies by replenishing packaging and other items as needed

• Contributes to overall cleanliness of the department by picking up, organizing, and cleaning work areas, shelving, and sales floor as needed

• Required to maintain food safety logs

• Ensures all quality standards are being met, including quantity expectations at 100% by 10 am and 5 pm

• Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule, and adequate notice to find a replacement for occasional absences

• Other duties as assigned

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with guests and all personnel

• Good oral and written communication skills and the ability to handle a diverse crew in a highly stressful environment

• Complete understanding of all safety requirements and company safety policies

• Must possess the ability to apply on-the-job safety training to recognize and react to possible safety hazards on store premises. Also requires proper training and knowledge of the following equipment/procedures: proper lifting techniques, trash compactor, and baler

• Knowledge of the retail food business, thorough knowledge of perishable department operations, merchandising skills, and must be able to make timely and effective decisions

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Standing for extended periods of time (80% of the time)

• Lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis (20% of the time)

• Frequently near moving machinery (60% of the time)

• Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures (20% of the time)

• Prolonged exposure to computer monitors (30% of the time)

  WORK SCHEDULE: The Bakery Lead Sales Clerk is a full-time hourly position. The work schedule will generally include mornings, afternoons, and weekends, with the flexibility to work evenings and holidays as needed.

Benefits Overview

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE:

• Associate Discount:Enjoy an industry-leading 15% off your grocery purchases for you and your immediate household!.

• Weekly Pay & Premium Pay:Hourly associates are paid weekly, providing more frequent access to their funds. Part-time store associates are paid a $1 premium per hour on Sundays and select holidays. Hourly full-time store associates receive time and a half on Sundays and select holidays.

• Two-Week Advanced Scheduling:Better Planning. Better Balance. We provide our associates with their schedules two weeks in advance, offering greater predictability & flexibility.

• Vision & Dental Insurance:Part-time and full-time associates are eligible for vision insurance and two dental coverage options that are designed to fit your needs.

• Support:Our associates receive support for their total well-being; including 3 weeks of paid parental leave, a fitness reimbursement program offering savings off of fitness membership fees; our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) and LEAPCare Care Coaches, which provide associates confidential care related to hospital visitation, conflict resolution, stress management, marriage or divorce, family issues and depression or anxiety.

• Save for Your Future:Offering both a 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan, we’re proud to support our associates in planning for retirement by offering two retirement savings plans. The 401(k) plan empowers associates to save a portion of their paychecks for retirement. Festival Foods has an annual discretionary match to help our associates reach their savings goals. Our ESOP is a retirement plan above and beyond a 401(k) plan that gives associates “free” ownership in the company and an opportunity to share in Festival’s growth and success. Associates are given shares based on their years of service and earnings.

At Festival Foods we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We are dedicated to building a top-notch team of skilled, experienced and service-oriented associates who represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Festival Foods believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates, products, and our community strengthen our ability to serve our guests, as we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people.

Address

1616 Crest View Drive

City

Hudson

State

WI

Postal Code

54016

Location NameHudson

Address1616 Crest View Drive

CityHudson

StateWI

Postal Code54016

Requisition ID2024-44342