Deli/Bakery Team Associate

Walmart Supercenter #5027, located at 4975 Transit Rd, Lancaster, NY, is a leading retail establishment dedicated to providing a wide range of quality products and exceptional service to its customers. As part of the Walmart family, this Supercenter aims to deliver not only great value but also a thriving work environment that supports employee growth and satisfaction. Walmart is renowned for its commitment to customer service excellence, community involvement, and fostering diversity and inclusion within its workforce. The Supercenter operates under Walmart’s global standards, ensuring consistent quality, safety, and operational efficiency throughout its services and product offerings.

The Deli/Bakery Associate position at Walmart Supercenter #5027 is a full-time role that plays a vital part in the store’s overall food service operations. Ideal candidates are passionate about preparing high-quality fresh deli and bakery products while engaging with customers in a friendly and professional manner. This role requires maintaining cleanliness and adhering to strict food safety standards to ensure a safe and pleasant shopping experience. Associates will be responsible for handling incoming merchandise and merchandising to the sales floor, ensuring that products are well-displayed and readily available for customers.

This position offers an hourly wage range of $18.5 to $31.5, which is guaranteed to meet or exceed the minimum wage requirements for the job location. Additionally, performance incentives are provided on a quarterly or annual basis, offering employees the opportunity to earn extra compensation based on their productivity and contribution. Premiums may also be awarded under specific circumstances such as shifts, seasonality, or special work performed, with rates ranging from $0.35 to $3.00 per hour. This makes the total compensation package even more appealing to those committed to excelling in this role.

Working hours are primarily for opening and morning shifts, aligning with peak customer demand times when fresh deli and bakery products are in highest demand. This role is well-suited for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working early hours to prepare stores for a successful day. Safety and operational procedures are emphasized to maintain both employee well-being and high-quality service standards.

Walmart offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the well-being of its associates. Health benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage, ensuring workers have access to essential healthcare services. Financial benefits such as a 401(k) retirement plan, stock purchase options, and company-paid life insurance provide long-term security and peace of mind. Paid time off benefits cover parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting, allowing employees to maintain a balanced work-life dynamic.

Additional benefits include short-term and long-term disability plans, company discounts for a range of products, Military Leave Pay, and reimbursement for adoption and surrogacy expenses. The paid time off (PTO) program is flexible, allowing employees to use their leave for vacation, sick days, holidays, or other personal reasons. The amount of PTO provided depends on job classification and length of employment, with compliance to paid sick leave laws where applicable.

One of the standout benefits is the Live Better U program, which Walmart fully funds to provide associates at Walmart and Sam’s Club facilities access to education opportunities. This program ranges from high school completion courses and English Language Learning to bachelor’s degrees and certificate programs, with tuition, books, and fees covered entirely by Walmart. This educational support underscores Walmart’s investment in employee career growth and development.

Walmart maintains a strict drug-free workplace policy to foster a safe, healthy, and productive environment for all employees. This zero-tolerance approach towards illegal drug and alcohol use on the job reflects the company’s dedication to the welfare of its workforce and the quality of service it provides to customers. Joining Walmart Supercenter #5027 as a Deli/Bakery Associate means becoming part of a respected retail leader that values integrity, inclusiveness, and excellence in service and employee care.