Full-Time
Senior Office Assistant
Receptionist
Posted on 8/18/2026
Festival Foods
1,001-5,000 employees
Wisconsin grocer delivering community-focused service
No salary listed
De Pere, WI, USA
In Person
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- A high school diploma or equivalent is required; previous office experience is helpful but not required.
- Ability to interact tactfully and effectively with guests, vendor partners, and internal associates.
- Ability to solve problems independently and collaboratively, using good judgment for each situation.
- Ability to manage conflict or resolve problems as needed.
- Professional oral and written communication skills with the ability to manage difficult situations.
- Ability to maintain an organized workspace and meet deadlines.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Regular, timely attendance in compliance with the work schedule and adequate notice for occasional absences.
- Greet guests and notify Festival associates when guests arrive.
- Answer incoming calls and direct callers to the correct associate or location.
- Maintain the lobby and front conference room appearance.
- Manage the office lunch program by tracking daily lunch orders, sending orders to the deli, checking in orders upon arrival, reconciling payments from associates and payments to the deli bi-weekly, and updating the menu as needed with the deli.
- Coordinate raffle tickets.
- Coordinate hotel reservations for traveling store associates and infrequent travelers.
- Monitor supply levels and place orders for supplies needed for daily office operations.
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail, prepare packages for shipment, and coordinate pickups as needed.
- Prepare and distribute monthly associate birthday cards.
- Maintain the phone and office directory.
- Collaborate with the Senior Administrative Assistant to draft updates for distribution to the office.
- Complete monthly expense reporting for the company credit card.
- Previous office experience is helpful but not required.
Festival Foods is a Wisconsin-based grocer with 40+ full-service supermarkets. It provides groceries and everyday essentials with a focus on strong customer service and value, supported by extensive associate benefits and programs that aim to empower staff. The stores stock a wide range of products in a traditional grocery format, including fresh departments, household items, and personal care, and they emphasize community involvement in their operations. Unlike many competitors, Festival Foods differentiates itself through its commitment to giving back to Wisconsin communities and treating guests and associates as top priorities. The company’s goal is to serve Wisconsin communities with reliable, friendly service and good value while supporting its employees and local programs.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
De Pere, Wisconsin
Founded
1946
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- 1939 Group expanded to 164 stores and 19,000 workers, strengthening purchasing power.
- Schnucks said Festival Foods will keep current brands, staff, wages, and benefits.
- The 2025 closure removed succession uncertainty and gave Festival Foods a deeper capital backer.
What critics are saying
- The February 2026 FLSA collective action targets overtime misclassification across Wisconsin department managers.
- Todd Schnuck replaced Mark Skogen in October 2025, risking culture loss and store-level disruption.
- A 1939 Group integration failure could erase Festival Foods' local identity and drive customer defections.
What makes Festival Foods unique
- Festival Foods kept all 42 Wisconsin stores and headquarters after the October 2025 Schnucks deal.
- Its community-giving brand and local banners survived the 1939 Group takeover.
- The chain still serves 8,000 employees under separate sister-company operations.
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Benefits
Employee Discounts
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Parental Leave
Wellness Program
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Company News
Schnuck Markets, Inc. has acquired 100% of the shares of Festival Foods and Hometown Grocers, Inc. through the 1939 Group, Inc., owned by the Schnuck family. The acquisition includes shares from CEO Mark Skogen and the Employee Stock Ownership Plan. The 1939 Group will maintain the existing store banners and corporate headquarters, with Todd Schnuck as Chairman and CEO. The transaction is expected to close in October, subject to customary approvals.