Central Market (Preston Royal) Grocery Sales Lead - Full-Time

About the Role

A Sales Lead will apply advanced skills in procedures and techniques specific to their area of specialization, with potential supervisory responsibilities. This role requires a culinary level of food expertise and the ability to work under minimal supervision, making sound decisions on everyday issues while addressing problems immediately.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ordering and may assist in writing the weekly department schedule.
• Identify and address high-priority activities first.
• Communicate clear expectations for assignments and delegate responsibility to appropriate team members.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain operating effectiveness.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation.
• Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control.
• Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales.
• Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales.

Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

• 5–8 years of work experience, including previous retail or restaurant experience.
• Extensive knowledge of department products, food preparation, and equipment.
• Strong customer service skills and a passion for food.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and extreme temperatures.
• Materials Handling Equipment certification.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to manage weights in excess of 25 lbs., up to 50 lbs.