Employment
The worker is just as important as the work. Roanoke Co+op is a great place to work. We operate using a team approach, and we’re proud of our tight-knit staff. Though our employees range in age, background, and experience, they all share a dedication to the co-op.
We have a high retention rate in managerial positions, and we promote within the company whenever possible.
We are committed to providing the best customer service in Roanoke and that starts with our employees. In striving to be the best employer in town, we offer a living wage with competitive benefits package to all of our employees.
We keep applications on file, so even if we’re not hiring right now, feel free to fill out an application anytime.
Employment benefits include:
Generous discount on purchases at the co-op
Health and dental insurance for full-time employees (30+ hours per week)
Paid time off accumulated from first day of work
How TO APPLY
Pick up an application at either co-op location, Grandin or Downtown. You can also download the application below. We encourage you to attach a resume to your application.
Return your application to the co-op or email your application and resume to Human Resources. If we have a position that is a good fit for your skill set and your schedule, we will give you a phone call for an interview. We retain all applications for 90 days, but if you see a different job opening that you're interested in after a few months, please feel free to apply again.
Roanoke Co+op is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
NOW HIRING
CASHIER – GRANDIN ROAD
PART TIME POSITION – mornings, evenings, and Sundays are required
APPROXIMATELY 22 - 24 hours/ week
PAY SCALE: $15.70 - $18.25 per hour
Roanoke Co+op is seeking an outstanding individual to join our customer-centered, fast-paced, and detail-oriented Front End team.
Qualifications:
· Exceed our customers’ expectations for service and provide a welcoming environment for all.
· Strong communication (written and verbal) and excellent customer service skills are a must for this position. Working with the public is 99% of this job!
· Desire to be successful and contribute in a fast-paced environment.
· Must be able to prioritize job duties and multi-task, as well as be organized and efficient.
· Must embrace opportunities to learn and grow, develop efficiencies that better support and enhance the department, and increase sales – all in a team environment.
· Consistently report to work on time.
· Basic computer skills required.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Cashier – accurate money handling - and customer service experience.
· Experienced in natural foods grocery and the cooperative business model.
Physically demanding position requires continuous activity on your feet – often for 6+ hours; must be able to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly without injury. Required frequently: standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, keying items on a touchscreen, and lifting.
If interested, please complete and return an Employment Application available at either co-op location: on the corner of Market Square and Campbell Avenue – Roanoke City Market or 1319 Grandin Road, SW – Grandin Village.
Also available for download from our website: www.roanokenaturalfoods.coop
Roanoke Co+op is an equal opportunity employer & a great place to work!
Posted 3/3/2025
NOW HIRING
DELI COUNTER & PREP - GRANDIN ROAD
FULL TIME POSITION – EVENING SHIFT – 1-9PM
PAY SCALE: $15.70 - $18.25 per hour
Roanoke Co+op’s Deli / Bakery is looking for a dynamic and energetic individual to join our customer-centered, fast-paced team. The Deli / Bakery is a production kitchen operating 7 days a week at our Grandin Road store.
Required Qualifications:
· Exceed our customers’ expectations for service and provide a welcoming environment for all.
· Strong communication and excellent customer service skills (for internal and external customers) are a must for this position.
· Desire to be successful and contribute in a fast-paced environment.
· Must be able to prioritize job duties and multi-task, as well as be organized and efficient.
· Must embrace opportunities to learn and grow, develop efficiencies that better support and enhance the department, and increase sales – all in a team environment.
· Consistently reports to work and arrives on time. Must be able to work a flexible schedule in order to meet the needs of the business.
· Food knowledge and preparation is essential.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Restaurant, food service, and/or production cooking experience.
· Experienced in natural foods grocery and the cooperative business model.
Physically demanding position requires continuous activity on your feet; often 7+ hours at a time. Must be able to lift 50+ pounds without injury.
Required frequently: standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and lifting.
Must be able and willing to work in both a hot kitchen and cold walk-in cooler environments.
If interested, please complete and return an Employment Application available at either co-op location: on the corner of Market Square and Campbell Avenue – Roanoke City Market or 1319 Grandin Road, SW – Grandin Village.
Also available for download from our website: www.roanokenaturalfoods.coop
Roanoke Co+op is an equal opportunity employer and a great place to work!
Posted 2/4/2025