Food Lion Hiring: Join Our Team and Grow Your Career!

Food Lion has been a cornerstone of communities since 1957, providing an easy, fresh, and affordable shopping experience. With over 82,000 associates serving more than 10 million customers weekly across 10 Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states, we’re more than just a grocery store – we’re a place where careers flourish. If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity in the retail sector, Food Lion is hiring and we invite you to explore the possibilities.

Why Work at Food Lion?

At Food Lion, we believe in creating a positive and supportive environment for our associates. We offer more than just a job; we provide a pathway to build a fulfilling career. Our commitment to our communities is matched by our commitment to our team members, offering opportunities for growth and development within a stable and reputable company. Becoming a part of Food Lion means joining a family that values customer service, teamwork, and making a difference in people’s everyday lives. When you think about Food Lion Hiring, think about opportunity, community, and growth.

Grocery Associate Role at Food Lion – Mint Hill, NC

Location: 8118 Blair Rd, Mint Hill, NC 28227, USA (Store 01371 Grocery)

We are currently seeking enthusiastic and customer-focused individuals to join our team as Grocery Associates at our Mint Hill location. As a Grocery Associate, you will play a vital role in ensuring our customers have an exceptional shopping experience. Your primary focus will be on providing quality customer service within our Center Store (Grocery) Department, contributing to our mission of easy, fresh, and affordable shopping.

Primary Purpose: Customer Service Excellence

Your main goal will be to deliver outstanding customer service within the grocery department. This includes maintaining department standards, maximizing sales through positive customer interactions, and minimizing waste through adherence to best practices. You will be an integral part of creating a welcoming and efficient shopping environment for every customer who walks through our doors.

Your Responsibilities as a Grocery Associate

As a Grocery Associate, your day-to-day tasks will be varied and engaging, focusing on both customer interaction and operational efficiency. Key responsibilities include:

Creating a Positive Shopping Experience: Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer awareness with a primary focus on fast, friendly, and accurate service. Be courteous and helpful to both customers and fellow associates, contributing to a positive team environment.
Stocking and Merchandising Excellence: Ensure shelves are clean and well-organized by regularly cleaning shelves and shelf tag moldings. Maintain accurate shelf allocations by stocking merchandise from tag to tag, ensuring a visually appealing and easily shoppable department. Only place saleable merchandise on shelves to uphold quality standards.
Efficient Department Operations: Follow company policies and guidelines for ordering, receiving, preparation, conditioning, and displaying merchandise. Utilize company tools such as the average cost inventory system (ACIS) and computer-assisted ordering (CAO) to manage inventory effectively.
Maintaining Standards and Compliance: Adhere to all company guidelines, policies, and standard practices. Understand and strictly follow Food Safety and Workplace Safety guidelines and procedures to ensure a safe environment for both customers and associates.
Safety and Accident Prevention: Actively observe and correct any unsafe conditions that could potentially lead to accidents for associates or customers. Report all accidents promptly and in accordance with established Food Lion procedures to the Manager on Duty. Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
Professionalism and Teamwork: Wear the Food Lion uniform, complete with your name badge, at all times while on duty. Maintain a neat and clean appearance, adhering to the Food Lion dress code. Work effectively with team members to achieve common goals and contribute to a positive workplace.
Continuous Learning and Development: Successfully complete all required Computer Based Training (CBT), Training Packet, and Training Aid courses to enhance your skills and knowledge. Be prepared to perform all other duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and a willingness to learn.

What We Are Looking For in a Candidate

Food Lion is looking for individuals who are reliable, hardworking, and passionate about customer service. Ideal candidates will possess:

Educational Background: High school graduate or equivalent preferred, demonstrating a foundation of basic skills and knowledge.
Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and customer service skills are essential for interacting with customers and team members effectively.
Adaptability and Learning Agility: Ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and understand the technical requirements of the job. Capacity to use technical information to solve problems and improve efficiency.
Age Requirement: Must meet minimum age requirements to perform specific job functions as per legal regulations.
Physical Capability: Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations. This includes the ability to perform physical tasks as described below.

Physical Requirements of the Role

The Grocery Associate position requires a certain level of physical fitness to perform the duties effectively. You should be able to:

Utilize Technology: Effectively use computers and other communication systems necessary to perform job functions.
Perform Repetitive Motions: Engage in repetitive hand and arm motions throughout your shift.
Lifting and Carrying: Bend and lift products weighing up to 15 lbs. continuously, lift up to 25 lbs. frequently, and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Pushing and Pulling: Pull or push up to 75 lbs. on occasion and be capable of pushing or pulling up to 2000 pounds using a pallet jack.
Prolonged Standing and Walking: Stand for 100% of your shift, frequently walking short distances within the store.
Handle Various Substances: Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning and packaging materials, fresh produce, plants, and household cleaners safely.
Operate Equipment and Handle Currency: Use hands frequently to handle currency (both paper and coin) and operate equipment such as cash registers, scanners, computers, and calculators.
Reaching and Grasping: Frequent reaching and grasping at waist level, with occasional reaching above shoulder or below waist level.
Meet Activity Standards: Meet established volume activity standards for the position, ensuring efficiency and productivity.
Temperature Tolerance: Tolerate working in varying temperatures, including extreme hot/cold conditions for short periods (up to 20 minutes at a time).
Visual Acuity: Possess sufficient visual ability to check ID cards, checks, invoices, and other written documents accurately.

Benefits of Joining Food Lion

When you join Food Lion, you’re not just getting a job – you’re gaining access to a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career growth. While specific benefits may vary by location and position, Food Lion typically offers:

Competitive Pay and Benefits Packages: Receive competitive hourly wages and access to benefits packages that may include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement savings plans.
Training and Development Opportunities: Benefit from comprehensive training programs and opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company. We invest in our associates to help them grow their careers.
A Stable and Respectful Work Environment: Work in a stable and respectful environment where teamwork and customer service are highly valued.

Food Lion is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or gender expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Apply for Your Grocery Associate Position Today!

Ready to join the Food Lion family and start your career journey? If you are a motivated individual with a passion for customer service, we encourage you to apply for the Grocery Associate position at our Mint Hill, NC store today! Food Lion is hiring and we are excited to welcome new talent to our team. Take the first step towards a rewarding career and apply now!

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