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Entry Level Manager at Wegmans Food Markets
Wegmans Food Markets
Charlotte, NC
$22 - $23/hour
Administration
Posted 1 days ago
Job Description
Schedule: Full timeAvailability: Applying To This Requisition Allows You To Be Considered For Multiple Opportunities. Please Provide As Much Availability That Works With Your Schedule. Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or olderLocation: Charlotte, NCAddress: 11600 N. Community RoadPay: $21.75 - $22.50 / hourJob Posting: 02/04/2026Job Posting End: 03/04/2026Job ID:Rwe are a food market where you make the differenceAt Wegmans, we're on a mission to help people live healthier, better lives through exceptional food. So, when you bring your authentic self and your passion for people to Wegmans, you're joining a team of difference-makers. Our promise to our customers is simple: Every Day You Get Our Best. And because it all starts with you, we'll make sure you have the support you need to grow personally, express your individuality, and create change in your community.how you'll make the differenceBring your passion for people, and we'll give you the resources you need to enhance your leadership skills and grow your career! Joining Wegmans as a Team Leader puts you right at the center of a people-first, dynamic environment that's always moving, growing, and innovating. Through one-on-one mentoring and participation in developmental events, you'll gain a deep understanding of our operations and business measures along with the values that set us apart. You'll find so many opportunities to grow in various areas of the store, including our Service, Merchandising, Perishable, and Culinary departments.what will you do?
- Manage employee performance and growth by providing resources, training, feedback, and development opportunities
- Provide incredible customer service to both customers and your team of employees
- Help solve operational challenges while maintaining open communication with managers
- Coordinate activities and prioritize tasks to ensure your team runs efficientlyRequired Qualifications
- 1 or more years of work experience or a college degree
- Computer SkillsPreferred Qualifications
- Experience leading a team
- Enthusiasm for and knowledge of relevant products
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new situations and subject mattersAt Wegmans, we've always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans. Comprehensive benefits
- Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
- Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
- Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
- Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
- A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
- LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellnessOur employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For - list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference. Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position. + At Wegmans, we've always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans. Comprehensive benefits
- Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
- Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
- Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
- Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
- A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
- LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellnessOur employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For - list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference. Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.
$46k - $48k is below typical pay for General and Operations Managers nationally
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$48k
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Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.
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A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
308,700 openings projected annually—mostly replacing retirees and turnover.
Typical: Bachelor's degree
Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.
Labor data: BLS 2024