Job seekers looking to join one of the region’s largest supermarket networks have a prime opportunity this month. Wakefern Food Corp., the Keasbey-based retailer-owned grocery cooperative, is hosting a walk-up job fair on August 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at participating stores across its footprint.
This hiring event provides on-the-spot interviews for positions at ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage, and Fairway Market locations, making it easier than ever for candidates to connect directly with store managers and hiring teams.
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Positions and Opportunities
Wakefern is seeking a range of team members, including:
- General store associates
- Perishable department staff (produce, meat, dairy, bakery)
- Front-end associates and cashiers
- Stocking and inventory roles
- Management and supervisory positions, depending on location
The cooperative emphasizes flexible scheduling, making it easier for students, part-time workers, and parents to balance work with other commitments. In addition, Wakefern offers benefits such as tuition assistance programs, entertainment discounts, and cross-training opportunities to help employees develop skills across different areas of the store.
A Regional Hiring Push
Wakefern’s operations span New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island, reflecting the cooperative’s broad regional presence. While the company has not released a specific number of openings for this job fair, it encourages all interested candidates to visit participating stores in person for immediate interviews.
By hosting walk-up events, Wakefern aims to streamline the hiring process and connect directly with candidates who are motivated to work in grocery retail, particularly at a time when staffing continues to be a critical focus for supermarkets across the region.
Benefits of Working at Wakefern
Employees at Wakefern stores enjoy a variety of perks designed to make grocery retail a rewarding career path:
- Flexible schedules to accommodate different lifestyles
- Opportunities for career growth within the cooperative
- Skill development through cross-training across store departments
- Discounts and tuition assistance to support employees both inside and outside the workplace
The walk-up job fair also allows candidates to get a feel for the store environment, meet their potential colleagues, and ask questions about career paths directly from management.
How to Attend
Interested applicants should arrive at any participating store on August 23 between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. No appointment is necessary — candidates can walk in, submit an application, and interview on the spot.
For those looking for additional career opportunities or to explore all supermarket locations across New Jersey, check out our comprehensive supermarket directory: Explore New Jersey Supermarkets.
Whether you’re starting a first job, looking for part-time work, or pursuing a management track, this walk-up job fair offers a direct pathway to joining one of the region’s most recognized grocery networks.
