Department Manager Trainee - Hannaford - Hannaford - Skowhegan, ME

Hannaford is hiring Department Manager Trainees in various departments such as; Bakery, Center Store, Customer Service, Deli, Meat, Produce. Positions vary per store/region.

A high school graduate or equivalent preferred. Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques preferred. Desire and ability to lead and manage a team. Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills. Effective interpersonal and organizational skills. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job. Ability to use technical information to solve problems. Must meet minimum age requirements. Must be accredited by the National Registry of Food Safety Professionals or similar accrediting organization as a “Certified Food Safety Manager” or will be required to attend company provided training and have the ability to achieve accreditation within the first 90 days of employment. Accreditation must be maintained while employed in a position requiring accreditation.

• Manage performance through planning, coaching, appraisals, and disciplinary efforts.

• Hire, train and develop associates to meet the department needs.

• Maintain effective work schedules to meet production and customer service standards as well as associates’ needs.

• Use good judgment in the delegation, assignment, and follow-up required for the efficient performance of the department.

• Role model outstanding friendly customer service.

1. Ensure operational and merchandising standard practices are followed to maximize profitability, paying special attention to priority categories.

2. Maintain solid communication in the department and throughout the organization.

3. Observe and ensure compliance with company sanitation, safety, and food safety standards.

4. Have total understanding of the department’s standard practice manual

5. Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.

6. Maintain a neat, well-groomed personal appearance at all times and follow company personal appearance policy.

7. Assist in special projects and perform other functions as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to use computers and other communication systems required to perform the job functions.

2. Perform repetitive grasping, pinching, squeezing, and hand/arm motions while standing/walking the majority of the shift.

3. Tolerate working in extreme hot/cold temperatures for up to 20 minutes at a time.

4. Use hands to operate controls, feel objects and use tools to prepare products.

5. Dependent upon position, you may be required to bend and lift product ranging from 15 lbs. up to 75 lbs.

6. Be able to handle a variety of substances associated with cleaning materials, packaging materials, and food products.

7. Stand and walk 100% of the time.

The essential job functions, duties and responsibilities and physical requirements listed are a select representation of duties required. This listing is not limited to the above. Specific duties and functions of each Department Trainee position will be discussed at time of interview.