Shift Lead - DC Market (Eligible for $3/Hour Premium for Qualifying Shifts)

Job Title

The Shift Lead

Salary

Competitive start at $20.50, with potential to earn $22.50 in the future. Plus generous benefits packages for all.

Location

Store {amount} miles 4000 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington, DC 20016-0179 USA

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience Level

Entry level

Employment Area

Store

Reference Number

708805

Target Start Date

07/13/2026

Summary

The Shift Lead is a highly experienced team member who performs complex, high-impact tasks to enhance the customer shopping experience and steps in for store leadership when needed. Our most successful Shift Leads are quick learners who thrive at balancing back-of-house administrative responsibilities with the fast-paced precision that defines Lidl's operations in over 31 countries. Lidl is a fast-paced, hands-on environment where everyone pitches in from stocking shelves to keeping the store clean. We offer competitive benefits and a team culture that values grit, precision, and pride in a job well done.

What You'll Do

• Uphold Lidl's standards for cleanliness, freshness, product availability, and customer service throughout the store
• While serving as the Shift Lead, run assigned shifts in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, ensuring smooth and efficient operations, supporting front-end flow, and responding to customer concerns as needed
• Additionally, when acting in the capacity of the Shift Lead, carry out key operational tasks such as inventory receiving, cold chain compliance, safe handling, price changes, returns processing, ordering, and timekeeping procedures
• Follow established processes for stock handling, including receiving inventory, write-offs, and returns, to support availability and reduce shrink
• Encourage timely and accurate task completion by maintaining focus on priorities and setting a strong example during the shift
• Flex between operational responsibilities such as stocking, cleaning, and promotional merchandising to meet store needs
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Need

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn multiple roles quickly
• Effective, friendly, and professional communication skills
• Ability to multitask and adapt quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to lift, carry, move, or slide products up to and in excess of 45 lbs. and reach above head height (10+ inches) frequently
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Ability to obtain and maintain ServSafe certification
• Ability to obtain and maintain state-specific store alcohol licensing as needed

What You'll Receive

At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That's why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.

All our Lidl employees, regardless of hourly status, are eligible to receive the following benefits:

• Starting pay of $20.50 per hour
• Medical & Prescription | Dental | Vision coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) to use for sickness or vacation
• Dedicated training plans to ensure you are set up for success
• 401k Plan (+ 5% company match)
• Voluntary Term Life & AD&D Insurance
• Total Well-Being Program
• DailyPay, a voluntary benefit to offer employees access to their pay on their own schedule

Lidl US views our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) through a lens of actions that are Good for the Environment, Good for People, and Good for You.