Apothecary Department Head

Description

Kimberton Whole Foods is a family-owned grocery store that’s been connecting communities with locally sourced, natural, and organic products for over 30 years. We’re thrilled to be opening our Eagleview location in Spring 2026 and are looking for a motivated, career-minded Apothecary Department Head to help build a strong, collaborative team.

If you’re enthusiastic about customer service, team building, and creating a welcoming experience, this is your chance to grow with a company rooted in integrity and committed to supporting our local community.

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week. 8-hour shifts, 5 days per week.

Availability: Availability to work opening, closing and midday shifts, supporting the store hours of 8am-8pm.

Hourly Pay: $20-$25, depending on experience.

Benefits: Full-time team members are eligible for the following benefits at Kimberton Whole Foods:

Extensive Medical Coverage, Vision Plan, Dental Plan, 25% off Store-Wide Discount, Employer Paid Short-Term Disability, Employer Paid Long-Term Disability, Employer Paid Life Insurance, Employer Paid AD&D, Voluntary Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account - Healthcare & Dependent Care, 401K with matching 3% after one year and at least 1000 hours worked, Paid Time Off

DAILY OPERATIONS: The Apothecary Department Head’s primary responsibility is to execute the following:

• Acts as a community resource; honestly and respectfully assisting customers with wellness products in compliance with DSHEA law.
• Follows the current KWF ordering SOP to maintain fully stocked shelves in all departments.
• Understands and performs KWF inventory management functions.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date product signage throughout the entire department.
• Works in cooperation with Store Manager & Category Manager to closely maintain all elements of department sales performance.
• Manages and controls labor costs for the team.
• Schedules daily coverage for the Apothecary shifts.
• Participates in Manager on Duty assignments as needed.
• Performs other duties assigned.
  
  

TEAM & LEADERSHIP

• Participates in the hiring, evaluation, training, coaching and development of staff members in collaboration with the SM.
• Supports store experience by upholding KWF Guidelines for staff appearance, energy, quality and cleanliness.
• Participates in scheduled management and departmental meetings to ensure core operational functions are followed.
• Servant leader; fostering team development and cohesion through service to each other.
  
  

Requirements

KEY ATTRIBUTES:

• Background in natural wellness including knowledge of supplements and holistic body care.
• Good communication skills: oral and written
• Strong analytical and mathematical capabilities
• Motivated to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends
• Thrives in leading a team in a fast-paced work environment
• Able to be on your feet for an extended period of time
• Have excellent time management skills
• Must be 18 years or older
  
  

Physical Capabilities

• Full sense range (vision, hearing and sense of smell) – the ability to read product labels, distinguish color & smell for quality control as well as the ability to communicate with the customers and co-workers.
• Lifting, gripping and carrying objects – up to 50-75 pounds frequently, including boxes, cans, tools and other products.
• Stooping, squatting, & kneeling – stoop and maneuver to pick up boxes from shelving and carts.
• Walking – short distances to bring items from miscellaneous areas.
• Standing- prolonged standing.
• Work environment – movement based with the majority of time being in motion (walking & standing) rather that sedentary (sitting).
• Climate – ability to work in cold environments (cooler, Freezer, back stock area) and handle cold products for extended periods of time on a regular basis.