Immediate Opening in Upland for a Weekend Student Associate | Hiring

Role Based in Upland

Role Essentials

• Company: ALDI
• Worksite: Upland, CA
• Job Title: Weekend Student Associate
• This Upland-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our ALDI team in Upland, CA is growing.
• Benefit from working in Upland, a key hub for the Retail And Grocery industry.

Salary and Benefits

• Pay: $18-$22/Hour (approx. $24.2k/Year)
• Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included.
• Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.

What You'll Do

• Apply your your professional skills skills at our Upland location.

Company Overview

ALDI is a premier grocery chain revolutionizing the retail industry through streamlined operations, efficient product presentation, and exceptional value. Operating thousands of locations nationwide, ALDI focuses on providing top-quality everyday essentials to shoppers while cultivating an empowering, rewarding environment for employees. ALDI is widely respected for industry-leading pay rates, comprehensive benefits, and flexible part-time scheduling designed to support student success.

Role Description

The ALDI Weekend Student Associate role is specifically tailored for students who prefer to focus entirely on their college coursework during weekdays while earning top hourly wages on Saturdays and Sundays. Weekend Student Associates support peak weekend customer traffic by executing fast POS checkout, restocking high-demand grocery items, maintaining aisle presentation, and keeping the sales floor spotless. This position allows students to maintain a full-time academic workload Monday through Friday while earning steady income and gaining professional teamwork experience. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence at the store (zero remote availability).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume weekend customer checkout lanes at seated registers, maintaining high scan speeds and payment accuracy.
• Restock fast-selling weekend grocery inventory, produce tables, and beverage aisles rapidly.
• Execute aisle conditioning, front-facing products, and clearing cardboard packaging into waste balers.
• Assist weekend shoppers politely, locating merchandise and addressing customer service inquiries.
• Perform regular store sweeps, clean spill hazards, and collect shopping carts from parking areas.
• Collaborate with shift leads to ensure smooth store closing routines on weekend evenings.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Currently enrolled in a college, university, or technical degree program (or High School Diploma/GED).
• Consistent availability to work Saturday and Sunday shifts.
• Physical capability to stand, lift up to 45 lbs, bend, and move actively across the store.
• Reliable transportation and strong commitment to attendance.

Job Type & Schedule

• Job Type: Part-Time / Weekend Only (100% On-Site).
• Schedule: Weekend shifts (Saturdays and Sundays) with flexible morning, mid-day, or closing hours.

Benefits & Perks

• Market-leading hourly starting wages plus weekend shift differential opportunities.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions for eligible hours.
• Zero weekday work commitment, protecting study and class time.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational support options for eligible staff.
• Direct career pathways into full-time management training post-graduation.