Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401(k) Plan
Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
Employee assistance program (EAP)
PerkSpot National Discount Program
Medical insurance
prescription insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Generous vacation time
7 paid Holidays
Paid parental leave
paid caregiver leave
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
AD&D insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
Job Description
ALDI is a globally recognized leader in the grocery retail industry, known for delivering high-quality products at unbeatable prices. Founded in Germany and operating thousands of stores worldwide, ALDI has a strong reputation for efficiency, innovation, and excellent customer service. As a discount grocery store, ALDI focuses on a streamlined shopping experience, offering a curated selection of groceries and household items. The company is committed to sustainability, community engagement, and providing a positive work environment for its employees.
The role of a store associate at ALDI is pivotal to maintaining the store's smooth operation and delivering an exceptional shopping experience for customers. This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of 30 hours per week, with a starting wage of $20.00 per hour. Wage increases are structured and competitive, with increments occurring annually up to $22.00 per hour by the fifth year. The store associate plays an integral role by handling several responsibilities including merchandising, stocking shelves according to planograms, cashiering, and maintaining cleanliness standards throughout the store.
Store associates are expected to embody ALDI’s customer service principles, ensuring every shopper receives friendly and prompt assistance. They work collaboratively with the broader ALDI team to ensure operational goals such as efficiency and loss prevention are met. The role demands a versatile individual capable of performing a variety of physical tasks like lifting products up to 45 pounds, operating equipment like cash registers and pallet jacks, and working in various environmental conditions including coolers and freezers.
In addition to the operational duties, store associates are responsible for completing curbside pickup orders accurately and efficiently, an increasingly important aspect of modern grocery shopping. Safety is a top priority, with associates required to identify and resolve hazards to create a secure working environment for themselves and their colleagues. Compliance with company policies, cash handling procedures, and inventory standards are essential to upholding ALDI’s reputation for quality and trust.
This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a dynamic retail environment, enjoy working with people, and take pride in maintaining a clean and organized store. It offers an opportunity to advance within a respected company known for its commitment to employee development and competitive compensation packages. ALDI also provides a range of benefits for full-time employees including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and more, making it an attractive employer in the retail sector.
The role of a store associate at ALDI is pivotal to maintaining the store's smooth operation and delivering an exceptional shopping experience for customers. This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of 30 hours per week, with a starting wage of $20.00 per hour. Wage increases are structured and competitive, with increments occurring annually up to $22.00 per hour by the fifth year. The store associate plays an integral role by handling several responsibilities including merchandising, stocking shelves according to planograms, cashiering, and maintaining cleanliness standards throughout the store.
Store associates are expected to embody ALDI’s customer service principles, ensuring every shopper receives friendly and prompt assistance. They work collaboratively with the broader ALDI team to ensure operational goals such as efficiency and loss prevention are met. The role demands a versatile individual capable of performing a variety of physical tasks like lifting products up to 45 pounds, operating equipment like cash registers and pallet jacks, and working in various environmental conditions including coolers and freezers.
In addition to the operational duties, store associates are responsible for completing curbside pickup orders accurately and efficiently, an increasingly important aspect of modern grocery shopping. Safety is a top priority, with associates required to identify and resolve hazards to create a secure working environment for themselves and their colleagues. Compliance with company policies, cash handling procedures, and inventory standards are essential to upholding ALDI’s reputation for quality and trust.
This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a dynamic retail environment, enjoy working with people, and take pride in maintaining a clean and organized store. It offers an opportunity to advance within a respected company known for its commitment to employee development and competitive compensation packages. ALDI also provides a range of benefits for full-time employees including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, parental leave, and more, making it an attractive employer in the retail sector.
Job Requirements
- At least 18 years old required
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Prior work experience in a retail environment preferred
Job Qualifications
- Ability to provide prompt and courteous customer service
- Ability to operate all store equipment such as cash registers, floor scrubber, cardboard baler, pallet jacks, handheld devices, computers, etc
- Ability to interpret and apply ALDI operating policies and procedures
- Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
- Ability to perform basic arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- Ability to follow instructions and pay attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and with others
- Ability to organize, prioritize and complete assigned tasks to maximize productivity within established timeframes
- Ability to maintain reliable and prompt attendance
- Ability to meet availability requirements
Job Duties
- Model and fulfill all customer service principles and escalate concerns to store management as necessary
- Inform store management of loss due to outdated or damaged products
- Properly utilize the point-of-sale (POS) system to accurately scan and process customer purchases and inform store management of scanning concerns or errors
- Adhere to cash policies and procedures
- Follow the line policy and open additional check lanes as required to ensure an efficient checkout
- Stock shelves and displays neatly while following merchandising planograms to maximize sales
- Complete curbside pickup orders by accurately retrieving items from the store, verifying order contents, and ensuring timely delivery to customers’ vehicles from the staging area
- Maintain zone standards and merchandising standards at all times
- Assist store management in achieving operational efficiency goals
- Assist store management in achieving total loss goals
- Comply with all established company policies and processes
- Support store management in providing a safe working environment by identifying and rectifying hazards, ensuring proper ergonomics, and maintaining equipment in proper working order
- Adhere to inventory procedures and product handling guidelines
- Perform general cleaning tasks to company standards
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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