Deli/Bakery Team Associate

Neighborhood Market #4178, located in Springfield, Oregon, is a part of the renowned Walmart family, a global leader in retail committed to providing exceptional shopping experiences paired with community-focused service. This establishment is dedicated to serving the Springfield community with quality products, competitive pricing, and outstanding customer service. As a grocery retailer, the Neighborhood Market blends the convenience of a local market with the vast resources and product selection of Walmart, making it a preferred destination for everyday shopping needs. With its location at 2730 Gateway St, it combines accessibility with a warm and inviting atmosphere for customers and employees alike.

The role of a Deli/Bakery Associate at Neighborhood Market #4178 is a part-time opportunity that is integral to the store's operations and customer satisfaction. Employees in this position work primarily during opening and morning shifts, ensuring that the deli and bakery sections are fully stocked with quality products that meet Walmart's rigorous standards. The primary responsibility is to prepare fresh, delicious items while upholding strict cleanliness and safety protocols. Associates are active participants in the customer service experience, engaging with customers at the service counter, offering product recommendations, and maintaining a friendly and helpful demeanor. They also play a key role in merchandising by moving incoming stock to the sales floor efficiently and neatly.

Compensation is competitive, ranging from $18 to $31 per hour, with the actual rate meeting or exceeding the local minimum wage requirements. Additional earnings include performance-based incentives, which can be awarded quarterly or annually, and potential premiums based on schedules, specific work tasks, or seasonal demands, ranging from $0.35 to $3.00 per hour. This ensures that associates are recognized and rewarded for their contributions and adaptability.

Beyond competitive pay, Neighborhood Market offers a comprehensive benefits package. Health coverage encompasses medical, vision, and dental plans to support the well-being of associates. Financial security is promoted through a 401(k) plan, stock purchase options, and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off is extensive, including parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and paid voting time, highlighting Walmart’s commitment to work-life balance and civic engagement. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability insurance, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, adding layers of support for associates’ diverse needs.

Associates also benefit from PTO (paid time off) or PPTO (paid personal time off), which can be used flexibly for vacation, illness, holidays, or other personal matters, with amounts tailored to job classification and tenure. The Live Better U program offers a remarkable education benefit with Walmart fully covering tuition, books, and fees for courses ranging from high school completion to bachelor degrees and language learning, demonstrating a commitment to career development.

Neighborhood Market is an equal opportunity employer prioritizing a drug-free workplace with strict policies on illegal drugs and alcohol to ensure a safe, productive environment for all employees and customers. Working as a Deli/Bakery Associate here means joining a supportive, growth-oriented team within a respected retail leader, enjoying competitive pay, excellent benefits, and sturdy opportunities for personal and professional advancement.