Full-Time Apothecary Assistant Department Head

Description

Kimberton Whole Foods is looking for a career-minded, full-time Apothecary Assistant Department Head. If you are enthusiastic about natural wellness, team building, and delivering outstanding customer service, this is your chance to grow with a company rooted in integrity and committed to supporting our local community.

Availability: Full-time, 40 hours per week, 5 days per week. One weekend shift is required weekly

Set Schedule:

• •Tuesday 7am - 3:30pm
• •Wednesday 7am - 3:30pm
• •Thursday 12pm - 8:30pm
• •Friday 7am - 3:30pm
• •Saturday 7am - 3:30pm

Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older.

Hourly Pay : $22.00 - $24.00/hour, depending on experience

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits at Kimberton Whole Foods: Extensive Medical Coverage, Vision Plan, Dental Plan, 25% off Store-Wide Discount, Employer Paid Short-Term Disability, Employer Paid Long-Term Disability, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account - Healthcare & Dependent Care, 401K with matching 3% after one year and at least 1000 hours worked, Paid Time Off

The Apothecary Assistant Department Head’s Primary Responsibilities:

• •Acts as a community resource; honestly and respectfully assisting customers with wellness products in compliance with DSHEA law.
• •Assists in following the current ordering practices to maintain fully stocked shelves
• •Understands and performs KWF inventory management functions.
• •Maintains accurate and up-to-date product signage throughout the entire department.
• •Works in cooperation with Apothecary Department Head & Store Manager to closely maintain all elements of department sales performance.
• •Participates in Manager on Duty assignments as needed.
• •Performs other duties assigned.

Team & Leadership

• •Participates in the hiring, evaluation, training, coaching and development of staff members in collaboration with the APH.
• •Supports store experience by upholding KWF Guidelines for staff appearance, energy, quality, and cleanliness.
• •Participates in scheduled management and departmental meetings to ensure core operational functions are followed.
• •Servant leader; fostering team development and cohesion through service to each other.

Requirements

Key Attributes:

• •Background in natural well-being, including knowledge of supplements and holistic body care.
• •Good communication skills: oral and written
• •Thrives in leading a team in a fast-paced work environment
• •Able to be on your feet for an extended period of time
• •Comfortable learning new computer programs
• •Have excellent time management skills

Physical Capabilities:

• •Full sense range (vision, hearing and sense of smell) – the ability to read product labels, distinguish color & smell for quality control as well as the ability to communicate with the customers and co-workers.
• •Lifting, gripping and carrying objects – up to 50-75 pounds frequently, including boxes, cans, tools and other products.
• •Stooping, squatting, & kneeling – stoop and maneuver to pick up boxes from shelving and carts.
• •Walking – short distances to bring items from miscellaneous areas.
• •Standing- prolonged standing.
• •Work environment – movement based with the majority of time being in motion (walking & standing) rather that sedentary (sitting).
• •Climate – ability to work in cold environments (cooler, Freezer, back stock area) and handle cold products for extended periods of time on a regular basis.