What are the responsibilities and job description for the NEW STORE - iMarket Associate position at Ingles Markets?
Be Part of Something New — Join Our Grand Opening Team!
Ingles Markets is opening a brand-new store in Fletcher, NC, and we’re hiring iMARKET ASSOCIATES NOW! This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a grand opening, work with a supportive team, and start a career with a company that values growth, community, and customer service.
What began as a single supermarket in 1963 has grown into a successful regional grocery chain with nearly 200 stores across the Southeast, along with our own distribution center, truck fleet, and milk processing plant. Our iMarket locations provide a simplified, convenient shopping experience — and our associates are key to making that experience outstanding.
Now Hiring for Our New Store: Full-Time & Part-Time iMarket Associates
As an iMarket Associate, you’ll support customers both inside the store and at the gas pumps while keeping the area clean, stocked, and welcoming. Responsibilities include:
- Assisting customers safely and courteously at gas pumps
- Providing friendly service and answering customer questions
- Maintaining and stocking inventory
- Recycling waste and supporting sustainability efforts
- Keeping the iMarket clean, sanitized, and well‑organized
- Supporting daily operations to ensure a smooth, efficient experience for customers
- Working as part of a small, dependable team
As a Deli Associate in the iMarket, you’ll help create a welcoming and delicious experience for our customers while working as part of a supportive team. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with food preparation and packaging deli products
- Stocking and merchandising deli cases
- Taking and preparing fresh food orders
- Helping customers with selections and special requests
- Maintaining strict food safety and sanitization standards
- Keeping the deli clean, organized, and customer‑ready
- Building relationships with customers and teammates
- Participating in team building — and having fun along the way!
No experience necessary! We offer on‑the‑job training, and our team members will support you every step of the way as you grow from beginner to expert.
What We’re Looking For:
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Cares about their community
- Enjoys working as part of a team
- Reliable, responsible, and willing to learn
- Must be 18 years of age or older
Scheduling Options:
- Full‑Time or Part‑Time positions available
- Weekend availability required
- Morning, Daytime, Evening shifts offered
- Training will happen at store locations close by.
Why Start Your Career at Ingles?
- Be part of a brand new store opening
- Flexible schedules
- Weekly pay with direct deposit
- Growth opportunities & internal promotions
- Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holiday, vacation & sick leave (Full-Time)
- Paid bereavement & jury duty leave (Full-Time)
- Company-paid life insurance (Full-Time)
- Scholarship program for High School Seniors
Visit our hiring fair on June 2nd from 9am-5pm! Begin your Ingles career today!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Fletcher, NC 28732 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19