A Sales Lead will be responsible for applying advanced skills in procedures and techniques specific to area of specialization. May carry out supervisory responsibilities. Order assigned products to maximize sales. Possess and convey a culinary level of food expertise. Work under minimal supervision and from detailed verbal and written instructions. Apply accepted guidelines, rules and procedures to decisions. Continually monitor and immediately address problems. Make sound decisions on everyday issues and problems. Requires specific product knowledge depending on the Department. Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions: - Assist in ordering - May assist in writing weekly Department schedule - Identify and address high priority activities first - Communicate clear expectations for assignments - Delegate responsibility to appropriate Partners - Provide excellent customer service - Maintain operating effectiveness - Ensure that all federal, state, and company regulations and standards for product freshness, safety, refrigeration, and sanitation are met - Maintain standards in shrink, safety, and inventory control - Assist in merchandising the department to maximize sales - Use suggestive selling techniques to maximize sales The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time based on business needs. Employees may be required to perform other job-related tasks as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations. Qualifications & Key Requirements: Work Experience: 5 years 5-8 years experience - Required Previous retail/restaurant experience - Required Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Knowledge of department product, food preparation, and equipment - Required Extensive knowledge of specialty food products and food preparation is essential - Required Strong customer service skills - Required Passion for food - Required Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Required Ability to work in fast paced environment - Required Ability to work in extreme temperatures - Required Education: Licenses/ Certifications: Materials Handling Equipment certification - Required Physical Demands & Working Conditions: Must be able to manage in excess of 25 lbs., up to 50 lbs The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Last revised: 2/1/2004