Fresh Produce Specialist

Food Basics; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Food Basics is hiring a part-time Produce Clerk to maintain a fresh, well-stocked produce department. You will unload shipments, stock shelves, rotate stock, create appealing displays, and assist customers with product selection and information.

Join a unionized team where quality and safety matter. You should enjoy working with fresh foods, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and be flexible for evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training is provided and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Able to stock merchandise and create displays.
• Good product knowledge and attention to detail.
• Able to lift between 30 to 50 pounds.
• Retail experience is considered an asset.
• Able to stand for extend periods of time.
• Must be available to work flexible shifts which may include nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Unload shipments of produce and sort items in the backroom and cooler.
• Stock shelves and displays with fresh produce, ensuring items are rotated (first-in, first-out) to maintain freshness.
• Create visually appealing displays and arrange items neatly.
• Inspect produce for freshness and quality, removing any damaged or spoiled items.
• Ensure that all produce meets the store's quality standards.
• Monitor temperature and humidity levels in the produce section to maintain optimal storage conditions.
• Assist customers with locating specific items and provide information about different produce or products in other departments.
• Offer recommendations on how to select and store produce.
• Answer customer inquiries and address concerns.
• Keep the produce section clean and organized, including sweeping and mopping as needed.
• Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, and tools regularly.
• Dispose of waste and compostable materials properly.
• Monitor inventory levels and restock items as needed.
• Perform regular inventory counts and report any discrepancies.
• Notify management of low stock or out-of-stock items.
• Ensure all produce is correctly labeled with prices and product information.
• Update signage for promotions, sales, and seasonal items.
• Verify that prices in the system match the displayed prices.
• Reduce and price items as needed.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Use equipment and tools safely and properly.
• Report any safety concerns or incidents to management.
• Assist with gathering shopping carts or baskets and putting them away when needed.
• Assist with special promotions, events, or projects as assigned by management.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed.
• Additional duties assigned by Management.

Skills

Stock displays

Product knowledge

Lifting 30-50 lb

Retail experience

Stand long hours

Flexible shifts

Job description

Food Basics is hiring a part-time Produce Clerk to maintain a fresh, well-stocked produce department. You will unload shipments, stock shelves, rotate stock, create appealing displays, and assist customers with product selection and information.

Join a unionized team where quality and safety matter. You should enjoy working with fresh foods, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and be flexible for evenings, weekends, and holidays. Training is provided and teamwork is essential.