Weavers Way Co-op is looking for energetic, creative, and experienced individuals to join the team in our Deli and Sandwich Station at our Chestnut Hill store. If you’re someone that loves food, sustainability and community, Weavers Way could be the right fit for you! Prior experience in customer service/retail is a plus. A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a collaborative spirit is a must.
Working the deli station requires focusing on customer service as the top priority. A pleasant demeanor, an eagerness to address customer requests quickly, and the ability to manage the stress of a busy work environment are essential. Experience working in a deli is highly preferred.
Other requirements may include: Slicing deli meat to order, packing product, lifting up to 50 lbs., receiving orders, stocking and facing product, and the ability adapt to change quickly and multitask.
*This will be a Full-Time five day/week position with closing and weekend shifts required. Flexibility is a big plus. Please apply only if you are available to work five days/week.*
We strongly encourage candidates to learn more about us at www.weaversway.coop.
We have an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and sick time, retirement planning, and an employee discount.
Founded in 1973, Weavers Way is a community-owned natural grocer with stores in Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, and Ambler. In addition to our stores, we run a market farm in the Awbury Arboretum, a CSA farm partnership with Saul High School, our own community newspaper, and a non-profit which emphasizes food and nutrition education. We operate based on a triple bottom line philosophy that considers our community and environment in all of our decisions.
Weavers Way Co-op is looking for energetic, creative, and experienced individuals to join the team in our Deli and Sandwich Station at our Chestnut Hill store. If you’re someone that loves food, sustainability and community, Weavers Way could be the right fit for you! Prior experience in customer service/retail is a plus. A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a collaborative spirit is a must.
Working the deli station requires focusing on customer service as the top priority. A pleasant demeanor, an eagerness to address customer requests quickly, and the ability to manage the stress of a busy work environment are essential. Experience working in a deli is highly preferred.
Other requirements may include: Slicing deli meat to order, packing product, lifting up to 50 lbs., receiving orders, stocking and facing product, and the ability adapt to change quickly and multitask.
*This will be a Full-Time five day/week position with closing and weekend shifts required. Flexibility is a big plus. Please apply only if you are available to work five days/week.*
We strongly encourage candidates to learn more about us at www.weaversway.coop.
We have an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and sick time, retirement planning, and an employee discount.
Founded in 1973, Weavers Way is a community-owned natural grocer with stores in Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, and Ambler. In addition to our stores, we run a market farm in the Awbury Arboretum, a CSA farm partnership with Saul High School, our own community newspaper, and a non-profit which emphasizes food and nutrition education. We operate based on a triple bottom line philosophy that considers our community and environment in all of our decisions.
Weavers Way Co-op is looking for energetic, creative, and experienced individuals to join the team in our Deli and Sandwich Station at our Chestnut Hill store. If you’re someone that loves food, sustainability and community, Weavers Way could be the right fit for you! Prior experience in customer service/retail is a plus. A positive attitude, strong work ethic and a collaborative spirit is a must.
Working the deli station requires focusing on customer service as the top priority. A pleasant demeanor, an eagerness to address customer requests quickly, and the ability to manage the stress of a busy work environment are essential. Experience working in a deli is highly preferred.
Other requirements may include: Slicing deli meat to order, packing product, lifting up to 50 lbs., receiving orders, stocking and facing product, and the ability adapt to change quickly and multitask.
*This will be a Full-Time five day/week position with closing and weekend shifts required. Flexibility is a big plus. Please apply only if you are available to work five days/week.*
We strongly encourage candidates to learn more about us at www.weaversway.coop.
We have an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, paid vacation and sick time, retirement planning, and an employee discount.
Founded in 1973, Weavers Way is a community-owned natural grocer with stores in Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, and Ambler. In addition to our stores, we run a market farm in the Awbury Arboretum, a CSA farm partnership with Saul High School, our own community newspaper, and a non-profit which emphasizes food and nutrition education. We operate based on a triple bottom line philosophy that considers our community and environment in all of our decisions.
Weavers Way Co-op is looking for a Full-Time Bakery Buyer and Grocery Clerk in our Ambler location. This position works 32 hours per week.
Responsibilities include:
Purchasing
Evaluate suppliers and research new products
Negotiate with suppliers for favorable prices, terms, quality, and delivery
Achieve target margin under the guidance of the grocery manager
Maintain a vendor file and ordering/receiving schedule
Develop and maintain a product database for use in ordering and pricing
Coordinate purchasing with the purchasing manager
Purchase products, including monitoring standing orders frequently and adjusting them according to customer demand, seasonal needs, and display limitations
Process special and pre-orders
Ensure proper procedures are followed for receiving, bagging, pricing, labeling, storage, rotation, and display
Coordinate returns and credit from suppliers where applicable
Review invoices for accuracy
Visit bakeries and other groceries for price comparisons and ideas for displays and products
Merchandising:
Merchandise and market bakery products, including promotions, coordinating discounting within and with other departments, and advertising in the Shuttle
Provide product information for members and staff
Plan attractive displays with uniform signage
Ensure, along with floor staff and deli staff as needed, that displays are fully stocked and rotated to guarantee freshness
Ensure that product labels are accurate, complete, current and include a complete ingredient list
Ensure display areas are maintained and clean, meeting health department standards
Maintain back stock and supply storage areas for cleanliness and orderliness
Check equipment to assure safe and proper operation and report maintenance needs
Develop and maintain a list of supplies needed for bakery operations and merchandising and ensure an adequate stock of supplies
Other Duties:
Respond courteously, effectively, and in a timely manner to member inquiries and suggestions
Inform the scheduling coordinator of needs for co-operators, whether permanent or temporary, in a timely manner
Review purchasing and merchandising procedures with the deli and operations managers
Notify appropriate staff of changes in products, vendors, and operating procedures
Observe all Weavers Way policies and procedures
Attend departmental and all-staff meetings
Assist with quarterly inventories
Complete evaluations as assigned
Read the day book each shift and other communications as released
Perform other duties as assigned by a manager or supervisor
Qualifications:
Commitment to the mission and goals of Weavers Way Co-operative Association
Exhibited ability to work well in a team setting
Strong communications skills with supervisors, staff, and members
Commitment to superior member service
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and remain calm under stress
Proven ability to work independently and exercise independent judgment when necessary
Demonstrated ability to follow through on commitments
Ability to keep detailed and clear records, develop and follow standard procedures
Basic knowledge of bakery products and merchandising
Be or become upon hiring a member in good standing of Weavers Way Co-op
Hours and schedule: Varied and somewhat flexible, to be determined by grocery manager. Additional hours will be required at holiday times.
We have an excellent benefits package, including medical and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick time, retirement planning, and an employee discount.
Founded in 1973, Weavers Way is a community-owned natural grocer with stores in Mt. Airy, Chestnut Hill, and Ambler. In addition to our stores, we run a market farm in the Awbury Arboretum, a CSA farm partnership with Saul High School, our own community newspaper, and a non-profit which emphasizes food and nutrition education. We operate based on a triple bottom line philosophy that considers our community and environment in all of our decisions.