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Store Associate at Wegmans Food Markets

Wegmans Food Markets Charlottesville, VA $17/hour

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Schedule: Part timeAvailability: Morning, Afternoon, Evening (Includes Weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or olderLocation: Charlottesville, VAAddress: 100 Wegmans WayPay: $16.50 - $17 / hourJob Posting: 02/17/2026Job Posting End: 03/19/2026Job ID:REARN A BONUS UP TO $500! Hiring immediately!we 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 unique skills and your authentic self 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 differenceOur customers tell us that Wegmans is their "happy place"-there's no other store quite like ours. We offer the freshest ingredients and help with building delicious meals, and our kind, enthusiastic people are what truly set us apart. In our fast-moving, energetic stores, you'll have the opportunity to make people's day brighter by providing incredible service. Bring your passion for food and for people, and we'll help you find the right place to shine!what will you do?
  • Be enthusiastic about the exceptional products we offer
  • Share your passion for food with customers
  • Make a difference in a customer's day and be the reason they keep coming to our store
  • Become part of an energetic team where people have fun doing what they loveWe are now hiring for opportunities in all areas of the store. - These positions may include:
    • Cashier/Parking Lot Attendant
    • E-Commerce Store Shopper
    • Custodian
    • Dishwasher
    • Product Stocker
    • Restaurant Foods Customer Service (Positions in Pizza, Sub Shop, Sushi, and more!)
    • Fresh Foods Customer Service (Positions in Produce, Bakery, Meat/Seafood, Deli, Cheese, and more!)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. + 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.

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Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+3%
10yr growth
Typical: High school diploma or equivalent

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024