Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Range $22.00 - $30.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
health benefits
financial benefits
paid time off benefits
short-term disability
long-term disability
Company Discounts
Military Leave Pay
adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Job Description
Sam's Club, a leading membership-only warehouse club owned by Walmart Inc., is renowned for offering quality products and exceptional service at competitive prices. As a prominent player in the retail industry, Sam's Club operates multiple locations nationwide, including a facility at 5426 Forest Dr, Columbia, SC. The organization is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and engaging workplace where associates are empowered to thrive and deliver an outstanding customer experience. Sam's Club combines cutting-edge technology with a member-first approach to retail, continuously innovating to meet evolving member expectations and market trends. The company values integrity, teamwork, and respect for individuals, embedding these principles into its culture and operational practices.
The Prepared Foods and Café Department Lead role at Sam's Club is a pivotal position designed for individuals passionate about food service and leadership. This full-time position offers an hourly wage ranging from $22.00 to $30.00, with potential additional premiums based on specific working conditions or performance. The Department Lead will oversee the prepared foods department, including the café and rotisserie sections, ensuring that high-quality meals are produced and served to Sam’s Club members. This role demands a hands-on leader who can inspire and manage a team of hourly associates, orchestrate daily operations, and maintain compliance with company and regulatory policies related to food quality, safety, and sanitation.
As a Department Lead, you will facilitate team rotations across various fresh food areas, drive sales, and execute company programs aligned with business goals. Your responsibilities will include managing inventory, monitoring production, and training staff to uphold excellence in food preparation and customer service. Utilizing digital tools and handheld technology is integral to this role, enabling efficient operational decisions and enhancing the shopping experience. You will act as a resource and mentor, fostering career growth within your team while promoting a culture of respect, safety, and accountability.
In addition to operational management, the position requires collaboration with third-party vendors, maintenance personnel, and other departments to ensure seamless continuity and a clutter-free work environment. Compliance with company ethics and policies is paramount, as is leading by example in embracing diversity and inclusion. Sam’s Club supports employee development through programs like Live Better U, which offers company-paid education benefits ranging from high school completion to bachelor’s degrees.
This position is subject to Walmart’s drug-free workplace policy, emphasizing safety and productivity. The Department Lead role is ideal for candidates with prior supervisory experience or fresh food production expertise who are eager to contribute to a dynamic team and grow within a leading retail organization.
The Prepared Foods and Café Department Lead role at Sam's Club is a pivotal position designed for individuals passionate about food service and leadership. This full-time position offers an hourly wage ranging from $22.00 to $30.00, with potential additional premiums based on specific working conditions or performance. The Department Lead will oversee the prepared foods department, including the café and rotisserie sections, ensuring that high-quality meals are produced and served to Sam’s Club members. This role demands a hands-on leader who can inspire and manage a team of hourly associates, orchestrate daily operations, and maintain compliance with company and regulatory policies related to food quality, safety, and sanitation.
As a Department Lead, you will facilitate team rotations across various fresh food areas, drive sales, and execute company programs aligned with business goals. Your responsibilities will include managing inventory, monitoring production, and training staff to uphold excellence in food preparation and customer service. Utilizing digital tools and handheld technology is integral to this role, enabling efficient operational decisions and enhancing the shopping experience. You will act as a resource and mentor, fostering career growth within your team while promoting a culture of respect, safety, and accountability.
In addition to operational management, the position requires collaboration with third-party vendors, maintenance personnel, and other departments to ensure seamless continuity and a clutter-free work environment. Compliance with company ethics and policies is paramount, as is leading by example in embracing diversity and inclusion. Sam’s Club supports employee development through programs like Live Better U, which offers company-paid education benefits ranging from high school completion to bachelor’s degrees.
This position is subject to Walmart’s drug-free workplace policy, emphasizing safety and productivity. The Department Lead role is ideal for candidates with prior supervisory experience or fresh food production expertise who are eager to contribute to a dynamic team and grow within a leading retail organization.
Job Requirements
- 6 months experience in a fresh production department or 6 months experience supervising a team
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Successful completion of all job required trainings and assessments within prescribed time period
Job Qualifications
- 6 months experience in a fresh production department or supervising a team
- Supervising a team
- Food handler certification (food safety) - certification
Job Duties
- Supervise the team within all prepared foods departments including café and rotisserie
- Facilitate rotations through different fresh food areas
- Manage member needs to deliver on the business plan
- Communicate departmental goals and execute company programs
- Ensure adherence to policies and advocate for members, associates, and the company
- Maintain knowledge of floor and backroom operations
- Ensure quality, inventory, production, sanitation, equipment usage, safety, and compliance standards
- Manage seasonality in production and prioritize tasks
- Collaborate with associates and third parties to ensure resources and training
- Use digital tools and handheld technology to plan sales and improve shopping experience
- Drive business results with commitment to operational excellence
- Maintain neat, clean, and safe work areas
- Ensure appropriate staffing levels and audit compliance
- Produce and display merchandise according to layout plans
- Engage with other departments and vendors for operational continuity
- Teach, train, and develop team members
- Identify training needs and encourage career growth
- Develop and implement processes and practices to meet business needs
- Promote compliance with company policies and ethics
- Lead and participate in teams to ensure work quality and deadlines
- Embrace diversity and create a culture of belonging
- Build trusting relationships and communicate effectively
- Maintain highest standards of integrity, ethics, and accountability
- Serve customers and members with focus on quality and results
- Make informed decisions balancing short and long-term priorities
- Display curiosity, continuous learning, and adaptability
- Support others through change and innovation
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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