Night Associate - Part Time
Company : QuickChek
Location : Lodi, NJ, 07644
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Overview
QuickChek proudly stands as A Great Place to Work, understanding that an exceptional workplace leads to an outstanding shopping experience. We are dedicated to creating an environment where successes are celebrated, and growth is not just encouraged but embraced. Our team is on the lookout for exceptional individuals to deliver top-tier fresh food and beverages, including our renowned coffee, in a quick and friendly manner.
With this location operating 24/7/365, we are especially seeking energetic individuals equipped with excellent social skills for our overnight shift. If you're driven to make a positive impact and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply NOW! Join us in creating an exceptional overnight experience for both our team and our valued customers. Be a part of QuickChek's Night Crew and let's make the night shift extraordinary!
What’s in it for you?
- Pay On-Demand: Get quick access to a portion of your earned wages after completed shifts.
- Weekly Pay: Week starts on Saturday and ends on Friday – payday is Friday.
- Overnight Differential: Earn an additional .75¢ per hour between the hours of 10pm-6am.
- Benefits: including paid time-off, vision insurance, and a matching 401K (up to 6%).
- Annual Retirement Contribution: 3% gross pay contribution to 401K after 1 year of service (restrictions apply).
- Health Insurance Options: Available to qualifying employees based on average number of hours worked.
- Flexible Scheduling: work 4-to-8-hour shifts; 1 to 5 shifts per week (not to exceed 32 hours/week)
- Stability in Part-Time: A part-time job that's as permanent as you want it to be.
- Career Growth Opportunity: Explore potential for a full-time job or even a long-term career.
- Paid Training & Development Programs: Invest in your growth with participation in one of our career paths.
- Employee Discount: Enjoy 15% off store purchases (with some exceptions).
- Paid Breaks: during 8-hour shifts.
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional customer service and tend to customers in a prompt, efficient, friendly manner.
- Crosstrain in deli, cafe, bakery, and cashier duties.
- Ensure all fresh food items are in stock and meet quality standards.
- Follow all food safety and dating procedures.
- Follow proper guidelines for food preparation, cash handling, timekeeping, sanitation, and all other procedures.
- Train new Team Members.
- Sweep, mop, empty trash and clean as necessary, including restrooms.
- Attend all mandatory/scheduled store meetings.
- Keep up to date on new policies and procedures.
- Maintain appearance and uniform standards.
- Adhere to loss prevention guidelines.
- Be proficient in cash handling, lottery procedures and cash control policies.
- Communicate any questions, concerns, or issues to leadership in a timely manner.
- Complete all assigned tasks and achieve shift objectives.
- Comply with fuel operating policies and local/federal regulations (where applicable).
- Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- A great attitude that contributes positively to the work environment.
- Ability to deliver the highest level of customer service.
- Friendly demeanor with a willingness to smile—a lot.
- Minimum 18 years of age.
- Must be a team player and be able to communicate effectively with customers and Team Members.
- Reliable transportation and ability to get to work on time.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Available and comfortable with working overnight/3rd shift.
- Completion of required on-the-job training programs and learning activities within allocated timeframe.
- Grow Quickly with previous Cashier and/or Food & Beverage Experience!
Physical Requirements
- Stand – Continuously.
- Walk – Continuously.
- Stoop/Kneel/Crouch – Occasionally.
- Grasp/Pinch/Grip - Frequently Bend/Squat/Twist – Frequently.
- Reaching – Continuously.
- Work in cold environment – Occasionally.
- Push/pull 40lbs – Occasionally.
- Lifting.
- Up to 10lbs – Continuously.
- Up to 25lbs – Frequently.
- Up to 50lbs – Rarely.
Compensation Disclosure Statement
Pay is from $15.85- $16.35 / hour QuickChek & Murphy USA take into consideration a wide range of factors when making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: experience, skill sets, training, licensure and certifications, education, as well as business and organizational needs. The listed range is specific to the base hourly rate or annual salary and does not include additional benefits, perks, or bonus eligibility (when applicable) comprising the total benefits package.Related Jobs
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Frequently asked questions
Lodi, NJ has seen steady demand for night time part-time roles, especially in retail and convenience stores like QuickChek. Employers value reliable overnight associates to cover 24/7 operations, making this a practical opportunity for local job seekers looking for flexible evening hours.
Night part-time shifts in Lodi can offer quieter commutes and less traffic, but require adjusting sleep patterns. Many workers appreciate the extra overnight differential pay and flexibility, although balancing family or day activities might need careful scheduling.
Strong customer service and multitasking abilities are key, along with comfort handling cash and food safety compliance overnight. Being adaptable to fast-paced environments and having a positive attitude during late hours distinguishes successful night associates.
Yes, QuickChek encourages growth by offering training and development programs. Many part-time night associates transition to full-time positions or supervisory roles, especially when demonstrating reliability and mastering cross-trained duties.
Overnight associates often manage restocking, cleaning, and ensuring fresh food quality with fewer staff on site. They must maintain vigilance for loss prevention and safety while delivering excellent customer service during quieter, late-night hours.
QuickChek offers benefits like pay-on-demand, an overnight pay differential, and flexible scheduling tailored for night associates. Their focus on employee growth and a positive work culture makes part-time night shifts more rewarding compared to competitors.
Positions typically pay between $15.85 and $16.35 per hour, with an added overnight differential of $0.75/hour during 10pm to 6am shifts. This competitive rate reflects local market standards for part-time night shift roles in retail.
Night associates juggle customer service, food prep, and cleaning tasks with a focus on speed and accuracy. They often cross-train across deli, bakery, and cashier duties, ensuring the store runs smoothly overnight while maintaining safety and quality standards.
Applicants might face cold or quiet overnight conditions and need reliable transport for late hours. Balancing part-time night shifts with other commitments requires good time management, especially given the region's winter weather and commuting patterns.
QuickChek combines flexible scheduling, weekly pay, and benefits like vision insurance and a 401k match, which are uncommon in many part-time night positions. Their supportive team environment and investment in employee growth further enhance job satisfaction.