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Grocery Person in Charge
Job Description
Reports To: Store Director 
Position Type: Hourly
Location: Retail Stores 
Department: Grocery
Date: May 2023
 

About the Intermountain Division
Diversity is fundamental at Albertsons Companies. We foster an inclusive working environment where the 
different strengths and perspectives of each associate are both recognized and valued.  Bring your energy and 
unique perspective to the IntermountainDivisionandyou willhave the opportunity to grow with us 
professionally and personally.You willbe part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed.You 
willwork alongside talented colleagues, many of whom build long careers while progressing through multiple 
roles and making a difference in our communities.  
Albertsons Companies is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every market it serves. The 
organization includes 2,230 stores, 27 distribution facilities and 19 manufacturing plants with over 250,000 
employees across 34 states and the District of Columbia. The company is publicly traded with supermarkets 
across the country that includes: Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME, 
Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw's, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos.
 

PURPOSE: 
Assists the Grocery Manager in directing the operation of the Grocery Department (including Frozen, Dairy & 
Liquor/Beer), including supervising and training personnel. Assists in ordering, receiving, storing, pricing, 
stocking and merchandising. May direct and control the operation of the entire store in the absence of the 
Store Director and the Grocery Manager.
 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Champions Company and Division customer service programs to meet or exceed Division customer 
service goals. Handles customer relation in a positive manner, including effective resolution of 
customer complaints. Promotes Albertson's/Safeway's philosophy of personalized service. 
Performs ordering, receiving, storing, pricing, stocking and merchandising duties. Assists the Grocery 
Manager in planning, organizing and directing day-to-day operations of the grocery department and 
front end functions, including recommendations regarding regular and seasonal merchandise 
requirements and special sales needs. Assists in implementing Company and Division merchandising 
policies and/or Store Director instructions. 
May act as back up checker. Engages in suggestive selling and other sales techniques. 
Responsible for the proper accounting of sales, maintenance and storage of cash register detail tapes 
and the issuance and pick up of money from check stands. 
 

DUTIES AND RESPOSIBILITIES (CONTINUED)
Prepares "to do list" for night stockers, closes out discontinued items and implements price changing 
procedures. 
Controls shrink. Prevents the sale of out of code products. 
Opens and closes the store. 
Ensures compliance with Company sanitation, safety, security and other policies. Recommends 
corrective action as needed. 
Implements emergency procedures in the event of equipment and computer software malfunctions. 
Responsible for the overall operation of the store including supervision of all employees and the 
handling of customer complaints, in the absence of the Store Director and the Grocery Manager. 
May perform duties of the Receiving Clerk in the absence of the Receiving Clerk. 
Responsible for performing all job duties with accuracy, honesty and integrity. 
Other necessary and required duties and responsibilities as assigned. 
 

PHYSICAL AND GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: 
Requires an extensive retail background with prior management experience related to retail 
operations. 
Requires a thorough understanding of overall Company practices, policies and procedures. 
Requires strong written and oral communication skills, good leadership and interpersonal skills, the 
proven ability to manage and develop people, and the ability to maintain composure in dealing with 
customers, vendors and co-workers. 
Ability to be a team player. Ability to supervise employees assigned. Knowledge of employment laws 
and workplace practices policies is required. Requires knowledge and compliance with state and 
federal regulations. 
Friendly, courteous, takes initiative, and maintains composure in dealing with customers, co-workers 
and vendors as well as having the ability to concentrate and deal with interruptions and customer 
complaints, etc. Interacts effectively with all levels of personnel, customers, vendors and the public. 
Analytical ability to handle administrative details such as planning, reporting, meeting operation 
objectives, scheduling, supervising and making hiring and disciplinary action recommendations. Ability 
to judge and react to business activity. Knowledge of basic mathematics and weights and measures. 
Must have knowledge of product variety, product location and perishability. 
Ability to deal with vendors, customers, the public and government agencies. Ability to work at 
different times of the day, weekends and holidays and with little or no supervision. 
Must possess a thorough knowledge of check stand scanning and loss prevention procedures. Must be 
able to effectively operate and train others in the operation of Front End cash registers and/or 
scanning equipment. Must be able to operate ordering equipment. 
Knowledge and ability to implement emergency procedures in the event of a disaster or equipment or 
computer software malfunctions. 
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time. 
Frequently reaches, lifts, stacks and maneuvers objects of varying dimensions and weights up to 
approximately 80 lbs. May climb ladders. 
Ability to properly stack, operate fully loaded hand trucks, six-wheel carts and pallet jacks. Manual 
dexterity and good eye-hand coordination. Mental alertness to ensure safe and accurate completion of 
work activities. 
May utilize cleaning supplies and chemicals and safety cutters. 
Complies with all Company policies including attendance, grooming standards and dress codes.
 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Working conditions consist of a temperature-controlled store environment. Occasional exposure to 
outdoor environments with varying temperatures.
 

SAFETY-SENSITIVE POSITION:
Job responsibilities include tasks or duties that could affect the safety or health of the employee 
performing the task or others.
 

ALBERTSONS SAFEWAY AND WHY YOU WANT TO JOIN US
Albertsons Safeway has always been a people business, and thoughtful people practices remain a core element 
of our company's philosophy. As friendly, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy offering customers an exceptional 
shopping experience, we provide world-class customer service each and every day.
We provide a variety of benefits including:
Great pay
Flexible schedule
Training
Opportunities for career development
Health and welfare benefits for eligible employees
Leisure time activity discounts
 

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being 
performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an 
exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
** The Company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to compliance with its obligations under 
all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, 
it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the 
disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, 
interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue 
hardship.