Assistant Customer Service Manager

Position Overview:

Oversee all Front End operations, including the Service Center, Self-Checkout, and Food Lion To-Go (if applicable). Lead a team, ensuring smooth operations, excellent customer service, and achieving business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the hiring, training, and development of associates to meet department needs.
• Supervise performance, conduct regular performance appraisals, and provide ongoing training.
• Promote a positive store culture aligned with our Brand, Strategy, and Culture.
• Support financial targets, operational goals, and Food Lion To-Go KPIs.
• Deliver exceptional customer service, ensuring a fast, friendly, and flexible shopping experience.
• Model outstanding service, providing solutions to meet customer needs.
• Control store expenses through careful ordering and management of supplies and equipment.
• Utilize company tools (financial reports, inventory systems, scheduling, etc.) to monitor and improve operations.
• Ensure high standards of department appearance, food safety, sanitation, and workplace safety.
• Write Front End schedules, including Food Lion To-Go, to meet customer service expectations.
• Maintain registers, equipment, and initiate service calls efficiently to minimize disruption.
• Monitor shrinkage, inventory, and ensure accurate handling of store funds and assets.
• Observe and correct unsafe conditions to prevent accidents.
• Record and report accidents following company procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations and company policies.
• Complete required training, including Computer-Based Training (CBT).
• Recognize achievements and provide coaching to improve customer satisfaction and sales.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Strong knowledge of store operations and merchandising.
• Excellent communication, customer service, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to learn and apply technical skills and job requirements.
• Must meet physical requirements of the job, with or without accommodations.
• Certification as a Food Safety Manager (or must be obtained within 90 days of employment).

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent use of computers and smart devices.
• Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 100 lbs.
• Push or pull up to 2000 lbs. with a pallet jack or float.
• Tolerate working in varying temperatures.
• Strong visual ability for checking invoices, dates, and other documents.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Food Lion is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

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