ShopRite - Food Service Manager (Village WCC) Salary Range $23.52 - $33.60/hr

ShopRite is a prominent supermarket chain known for its dedication to providing quality products and exceptional customer service to communities across various regions. With a strong commitment to its core Purpose – To Care Deeply About People, Helping Them to Eat Well and Be Happy – ShopRite has cultivated a reputation as a trusted retailer focused on enhancing customer experiences through safety, friendliness, presentation, and efficiency. As a company that supports both customers and associates, ShopRite emphasizes an inclusive work environment where team collaboration and personal development are prioritized. ShopRite operates numerous stores offering a wide range of food items, household goods, and specialty products geared toward meeting the diverse needs of its shoppers, making it a vital part of the daily lives of countless families.

The role of Food Service Manager at ShopRite is a significant leadership position that directly impacts the success of the Food Service Department within the store. Reporting to the General Store Manager, the Food Service Manager is responsible for overseeing all functions and daily activities of both the department and its associates to meet key goals such as sales growth, profit maximization, enhancing customer experience, and boosting associate engagement. This position demands a hands-on leader who can effectively guide, train, and develop their team while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.

An ideal candidate for this role will embody ShopRite’s Purpose and Service Priorities by focusing on four key pillars: safety, friendliness, presentation, and efficiency. The Food Service Manager ensures all food safety protocols, including HACCP and HAZCOM standards, are strictly followed to maintain a safe and clean working environment, while also leading the team in delivering friendly and helpful customer service that fosters customer loyalty. This role includes maintaining excellent visual merchandising standards to present products attractively and ensuring operational efficiency through diligent inventory management, pricing accuracy, and proper compliance with local and federal regulations.

Beyond operational duties, the Food Service Manager plays a pivotal role in associate leadership by recruiting, onboarding, coaching, and providing constructive feedback to cultivate a motivated and enthusiastic team. This role requires assisting in the preparation of food products, catering, and special orders as necessary, emphasizing flexibility and teamwork. ShopRite’s Food Service Manager position also involves monitoring department financials to align with company goals and upholding company standards related to safety, presentation, and service quality. This full-time role demands physical stamina, the ability to frequently lift heavy items, work in varying temperatures, and maintain a safe workplace using proper safety gear and procedures.

Ultimately, the Food Service Manager is instrumental in delivering an exceptional shopping experience by ensuring the Food Service Department operates smoothly, safely, and profitably, while fostering a positive work environment that encourages associate growth and customer satisfaction. By joining ShopRite as a Food Service Manager, candidates embark on a rewarding career path within a community-focused company that values dedication, excellence, and continuous improvement.