Company Description
At Linden Hills Co-op, we adhere to the following ends policies:

* Provide and promote healthful choices for our members and shoppers

* Provide, use and promote earth-friendly, sustainable products

* Encourage activism on sustainability, health and nutrition-related issues

* Build community within Linden Hills and neighboring communities.

The idea for a natural foods cooperative in the Linden Hills neighborhood of Minneapolis’s Lakes district was first considered in 1975, by a small group of neighborhood residents interested in having access to organic, local and natural food. After a series of planning meetings and initial fundraising, a small space was secured and the new co-op opened on March 12, 1976. At the end of Linden Hills Co-op’s first fiscal year, $101.69 in profit was divided among the twenty-four founding members.

In the nearly 40 years since then, Linden Hills Co-op has moved and expanded its offerings four times while remaining the neighborhood’s primary grocer—“big enough to meet your needs; small enough to meet your neighbors.” With a full service deli, great selection of locally made and locally raised foods, many choices for different dietary needs, and a sunny indoor dining area, the co-op serves as a community gathering place—-with groceries.

Purpose: To develop and articulate the
vision and goals of the Front End Department, to ensure prompt and courteous
service to all Linden Hills customers, to develop policies and procedures to
maintain effeccient department operations, and supervises department staff in
order to meet objectives for labor and customer service. Supports the CEO’s
goals and agendas for the Twin Cities Co-op Partners.

Basic Responsibilities:

A. Model exceptional customer service skills.  Regularly communicate service expectations to staff.

B. Ensure staff is trained in assisting customers within the store by providing information, locating products, explaining membership and providing any other service the customer may need.

C.Ensure staff are trained and supported to uphold department customer service standards.

D.Work with Store Director and Finance Director to set accuracy and labor goals for department.  Review weekly, monthly and quarterly reports and plan corrective action as needed.

E.Develop and implement approved short and long range strategic goals for the front end
department.

F. Additional duties as assigned by Store Director.

G.Ensure accuracy and security of all cash received through front end.

H. Ensure staff members are aware of price changes, specials, and all changes in store policies and procedures.

I.Train staff members in department security procedures.

J. Ensure bank deposits are completed in a timely and accurate fashion.

Operations:

A.Ensure smooth operations of front end through scheduling and supervision of floor coordinators.

B. Maintains department equipment and ensures required service is scheduled promptly to prevent customer disruption.

C. Maintain display and storage areas in clean, orderly condition, meeting health department standards.

D.Ensure that Front End service and work areas are kept in a neat and orderly condition at all times.

 Personnel:

A. Hire qualified applicants following established policies.

B. Develop and maintain on-the-job training of all department staff.

C.Conduct annual performance evaluations.

D. Take disciplinary action as needed, following established procedures.

E.Develop and motivate employees to perform their roles at a high level of proficiency.

F. Maintain communication with staff through regular meetings and correspondence.

G.Ensure a weekly department schedule that meets customer expectations within approved budgetary constraints.

H.Hold monthly meetings for all department staff.

Store Maintenance and Security:

A.Report any store maintenance issues to Store Director for prompt resolution.

B.Develop communicate procedures for handling shoplifting, theft, disorderly customers
and ensure staff training.

Physical Demands:

· Prolonged standing and walking

· Ability to perform continuous fine work and gripping with hands

· Corrected vision to enable reading small print

· Frequent reaching, bending, twisting, and rotating

· Ability to lift 60 lbs. repeatedly, occasionally more

· Ability to work outdoors, sometimes under extreme temperature and
weather conditions

· Clear spoken English and ability to perceive spoken voice clearly

 
• Management & supervisory experience in a fast-paced retail environment(3+ years)

 
• Experience working in a retail environment (5+ years)

 
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

 
• Ability to clearly explain procedures and processes

 
• Attention to detail & organization skills

 
• Ability to project an outgoing, friendly image

 
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple demands

 
• Familiarity with natural foods

We look forward to receiving your application!
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